Liberia Reaffirms Global Cooperation Agenda as Ambassador Demmah Meets OACPS Secretary General, H.E. Mr. Moussa Selah Batraki
Brussels, Belgium – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Liberia to the Kingdom of Belgium, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and the European Union, H.E J. Levi Demmah today met with H.E. Mr. Moussa Selah Batraki- Secretary General of The OACPS where he reaffirmed Liberia’s steadfast commitment to multilateralism, development, and global cooperation.
Speaking during his visit at the OACPS headquarters in Brussels, the Ambassador extended warm greetings and pledged Liberia’s continued support for the shared values and principles of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), As a founding member of this esteemed institution.
He said , Liberia remains dedicated to the collective strength of our 79 member states, Under the Samoa Agreement, will continue to champion a more just, equitable, and sustainable global order.”
According to a dispatch from Brussels, The Ambassador highlighted Liberia’s national development strategy, the “ARREST” Agenda, which prioritizes Agriculture, Roads, Rule of Law, Education, Sanitation, and Tourism. He emphasized the government’s focus on governance, accountability, and regional cooperation, aligning with broader goals of the OACPS.
He also underscored the importance of South-South cooperation in building resilient economies and amplifying the voice of the Global South.
In a significant announcement, the Ambassador reaffirmed Liberia’s commitment to the Samoa Agreement and the Luanda Declaration, applauding the OACPS Secretariat and member states for finalizing the new partnership framework. “This Agreement offers a vital opportunity to modernize our cooperation with the EU while prioritizing climate resilience, human rights, gender equality, peace, and sustainable economic growth,” he said.
During the exchange of view, the Ambassador formally announced Liberia’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. Citing Liberia’s historic role as a founding member of the UN, and its legacy in global peace and diplomacy—including the election of Angie Brooks-Randall as the first female President of the UN General Assembly and Liberia’s participation in peacekeeping missions across Africa.
“For nearly two decades, Liberia has maintained a stable democracy, with three peaceful transitions of power,” he emphasized. “Our candidacy is grounded in our commitment to representing the interests of all nations—large and small—at the highest level of international peace and security.”
For his part, Security General welcomed the Ambassador Demmah to Brussels and the OACPS and spoke about the upcoming Ministerial Meetings scheduled for May 23 and the launch of the OACPS 50TH anniversary.
In closing, the Ambassador thank Secretary for the audience and he look forward to continued collaboration with all member states and the Secretariat to advance our common objectives and ensure no country is left behind.
Ambassador Demmah was accompanied by Mr. Senve Darlington Tehmeh, Minister Counselor for Press and Public Affairs and currently Chargé d’affaires a. i
