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    President Boakai Holds Bilateral Meeting with President Trump; Mineral Sector Investment Tops Agenda

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    Washington, D.C., USA – On the sidelines of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, Liberia’s President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., engaged in a high-level bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald J. Trump at the White House. The closed-door session marked a significant step in strengthening Liberia-U.S. relations, with a particular focus on unlocking investment opportunities in Liberia’s mineral sector.

    Strengthening Economic Ties and Promoting Investment

    During the structured engagement, President Boakai underscored Liberia’s commitment to deepening its partnership with the United States through a new economic diplomacy framework. This approach aims to prioritize trade, attract investment, and promote private sector-driven development, positioning Liberia as a viable and attractive destination for American investors.

    “Liberia is open for business,” President Boakai declared. “We are committed to creating an enabling environment for American investors—especially in the mineral, energy, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors. Our natural resource endowment, particularly in critical minerals, presents a major opportunity for U.S. investment that is both profitable and transformative.” The Liberian leader emphasized the country’s desire to harness its natural wealth responsibly to foster sustainable development.

    Focus on Critical Minerals and Technical Collaboration

    A key part of the discussion centered on Liberia’s rich mineral resources, which include critical elements such as rare earths, lithium, gold, and iron ore. President Boakai extended an invitation to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) to partner with Liberia in conducting a comprehensive, nationwide mapping of its mineral deposits. This initiative aims to identify strategic investment opportunities and facilitate targeted exploration and extraction.

    President Boakai highlighted the importance of U.S. technical expertise to ensure that the development of Liberia’s mineral wealth proceeds sustainably, transparently, and with benefits shared broadly among local communities. “Partnering with the USGS can help us unlock the full potential of our mineral resources while safeguarding environmental and social standards,” he stated.

    Support and Recognition from the U.S. Side

    President Trump expressed strong support for expanded U.S.-Liberia commercial engagement and praised President Boakai’s leadership in implementing economic reforms and combatting corruption. He acknowledged Liberia’s strategic role in regional stability and economic resilience within West Africa.

    The U.S. leader welcomed the renewed momentum in bilateral relations and emphasized the importance of supporting Liberia’s development efforts through investment and technical assistance.

    Job Creation, Security, and Regional Stability

    The leaders also discussed the critical importance of job creation, especially for Liberia’s youth, as a means of promoting regional security and preventing extremism. President Boakai highlighted that developing Liberia’s mineral sector could be a cornerstone for job opportunities, infrastructure growth, and increased national revenue—further contributing to stability and prosperity.

    Celebrating Diplomatic Milestones and Future Cooperation

    The meeting concluded on a celebratory note, with President Trump congratulating President Boakai on Liberia’s election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. In turn, President Boakai congratulated President Trump on the United States’ 249th Independence Day.

    Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through enhanced cooperation across trade, energy, security, and private sector development. They instructed their respective teams to expedite follow-up actions and explore immediate avenues for technical collaboration, focusing on investment facilitation and capacity building.

    Looking Ahead

    This high-level engagement signals a renewed strategic partnership between Liberia and the United States, with particular emphasis on leveraging Liberia’s mineral wealth to foster sustainable growth, create jobs, and enhance regional stability. The upcoming months are expected to see intensified efforts to realize these ambitions through joint ventures, technical partnerships, and policy reforms aimed at attracting U.S. investment into Liberia’s promising mineral sector.

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