Monrovia – The opposition Liberty Occasion (LP) has recommended the Boakai-Koung administration for what it describes as a “momentous diplomatic achievement” — the extension of U.S. Visa Validity for Liberian residents from one yr to a few years.
The social gathering urged the administration to construct on this milestone by way of broader diplomatic and consular reforms.
In an announcement issued Thursday in Monrovia, the Occasion’s Secretary Basic, Martin Saye Kollah, characterised the event as a mirrored image of Liberia’s enhancing world picture and the federal government’s capability to interact constructively on the worldwide stage.
“This can be a momentous achievement that demonstrates Liberia’s rising credibility internationally,” Kollah said.
“It additionally highlights what is feasible when there may be efficient collaboration throughout the branches of presidency and when nationwide curiosity rises above private curiosity.”
The U.S. Visa Extension, introduced earlier this week, permits Liberian residents making use of for B-1 (enterprise), B-2 (tourism), or B1/B2 (enterprise/tourism) visas to obtain multiple-entry visas legitimate for 3 years.
Based on the LP, this transfer will assist Liberians save prices, decrease the burden of frequent renewals, and open up higher alternatives for college students, professionals, and businesspeople.
Kollah described the change as a “victory for strange Liberians,” noting that the coverage shift has tangible advantages for residents who journey for schooling, commerce, and household reunification.
“This final result represents a victory for strange Liberians who’ve lengthy confronted journey and monetary hurdles in sustaining ties overseas,” he emphasised. “It eases entry to world alternatives and reaffirms that Liberia’s voice may be heard once we act in unity.”
The social gathering prolonged commendations to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai for his management in prioritizing diplomatic relations and to the Ministry of Overseas Affairs for “sustaining high-level dialogue with U.S. officers.”
Kollah additionally praised the Senate Committee on Overseas Affairs, chaired by Senator Abe Darius Dillon, for its oversight and advocacy position, in addition to the Home Committee on Overseas Affairs for its bipartisan cooperation in supporting this effort.
Whereas acknowledging this achievement, the LP used the chance to name for additional reforms inside Liberia’s international and consular providers.
The LP urged the federal government to strengthen passport processing techniques, broaden consular outreach, and pursue extra visa facilitation agreements with different key worldwide companions.
“This can be a nice starting, however we should not cease right here,” the assertion continued. “The federal government should now concentrate on enhancing passport providers, enhancing consular effectivity, and negotiating related preparations with different nations which have robust ties with Liberia.”
Based on the LP, reforms in Liberia’s diplomatic providers might cut back delays, improve public belief, and place the nation as a extra dependable world accomplice.
“This achievement reveals what is feasible when nationwide curiosity rises above private curiosity,” Kollah reiterated.
The LP reaffirmed its dedication to bipartisan cooperation in issues of international coverage, emphasizing that diplomacy ought to stay an space of unity somewhat than division.
