Monrovia – Liberia’s Minister of International Affairs, Sara Beysolow Nyanti has obtained in viewers the newly appointed Honorary Consul Basic of the Slovak Republic, Dr. Upjit Singh Sachdeva, generally often called “Jeety’’ on the Ministry of International Affairs in Monrovia.
Through the assembly on Wednesday, October 8, International Minister Nyanti warmly welcomed Dr. Sachdeva to his new diplomatic function and prolonged heartfelt congratulations on his appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic with residence in Monrovia.
She counseled the Authorities of the Slovak Republic for strengthening bilateral relations with Liberia via the institution of this honorary consulate.
Minister Nyanti underscored the significance of enhanced cooperation between Liberia and the Slovak Republic, significantly in areas of commerce, funding, tourism, and cultural change to realize the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive improvement below the management of President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr.
In response, Dr. Sachdeva expressed gratitude to the Slovak Authorities for the boldness reposed in him and to International Minister Nyanti for the nice and cozy reception. He pledged to work diligently to advertise and shield the pursuits of the Slovak Republic in Liberia, whereas fostering partnerships that will yield tangible advantages for each nations.
Who’s Dr. Sachdeva?
Dr. Upjit Singh Sachdeva is a distinguished entrepreneur, diplomat, and philanthropist who at the moment serves as CEO/Managing Director of Salala Rubber Company, established in 1959, and Jeety Buying and selling Company, based mostly in Vai City, Monrovia.
He additionally heads a number of worldwide enterprises, together with Jeety Rubber LLC.
Dr. Sachdeva beforehand served as Honorary Consul Basic of India in Liberia for over 25 years, the place he labored to strengthen India–Liberia relations, promote training, and champion humanitarian causes.
He’s a Member of the Boards of Trustees at a number of main Liberian establishments, together with the College of Liberia, Cuttington College, Booker Washington Institute, and the AME Zion College, reflecting his sturdy dedication to training and nationwide improvement.
He has additionally obtained a number of “Consul Basic of the Yr,” “Businessman of the Yr,” and “Humanitarian of the Yr” awards from main Liberian media establishments.
As a philanthropist, Dr. Sachdeva has constantly supported training, well being, and humanitarian causes throughout Liberia, together with the donation of an ambulance to the College of Liberia and help to communities affected by civil battle.
Mr. Sachdeva’s appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic in Liberia represents a major milestone within the growth of Liberia’s diplomatic engagements with European nations.
Key recognitions and awards
July 26, 2011: Mr. Upjit Singh Sachdeva (Jeety) was adorned with one in every of Liberia’s highest distinctions, the Knight Grand Commander of the Humane Order of African Redemption, conferred by the previous President of Liberia, Mrs. Ellen Johnson- Sirleaf at an investiture program, held in Voinjama, Lofa County. This occasion was in commemoration of Liberia’s 164th Independence Anniversary.
January 11, 2011: Mr. Sachdeva additionally obtained India’s highest meritorious awards to Non-Resident Indians, the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, from the President of India, Her Excellency Mrs. Pratibha Devi Singh Patil, on the PBD Award ceremony for 2011 in New Delhi, India
July 21, 2022: Dr. Upjit Singh Sachdeva, was honored with “The Golden Picture Award 2022”, awarded by the previous President of the Republic of Liberia, H.E. George Manneh Weah, for his “indefatigable and unwavering contributions to humanity in post-conflict Liberia.”
