Monrovia-President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has departed Liberia for a working visit to Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye, where he will hold a series of engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and promoting investment opportunities for Liberia.
A release signed by Presidential Press Secretary, Atty. Kula Fofana during the visit, President Boakai is expected to meet with his Turkish counterpart, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation between Liberia and Türkiye.
The release said the bilateral discussions will focus on expanding collaboration in key sectors, including trade and investment, infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, energy, and technical cooperation.
In addition to his official meetings, the Liberian leader will engage with prominent Turkish business leaders and investors to showcase Liberia’s investment potential and encourage increased private sector participation in the country’s development.
“These engagements are expected to foster stronger economic partnerships and attract investment in priority sectors of the Liberian economy” the release said.
President Boakai is accompanied by a small delegation that includes the Minister of State Without Portfolio, Hadja Mamaka Bility, along with other senior government officials.
While the President is away, the Minister of State for Presidential Affairs, Honorable Samuel A. Stevquoah, will chair the Cabinet in consultation with the Honorable Vice President, remaining in regular contact with the President.
The President is expected to return to Liberia at the end of the week upon the conclusion of his engagements in Türkiye.
