The Government of the Republic of Liberia is pleased to announce that Gbehzohngar M. Findley, Senator of Grand Bassa County, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Special Envoy of the President of Liberia, has met with His Excellency Évariste Ndayishimiye, President of the Republic of Burundi.
Senator Findley formally conveyed President Boakai’s message, which included a request for Burundi’s valuable support for Liberia’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term. Discussions during the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations, exploring new areas of cooperation, and reinforcing the spirit of African unity and solidarity.
Senator Findley also emphasized Liberia’s willingness to initiate and expand diplomatic engagement with the Republic of Burundi. He highlighted potential areas for bilateral cooperation in the economic, technical, and trade sectors and extended an invitation for Burundian investment in Liberia.
In response, President Ndayishimiye pledged Burundi’s full support for Liberia’s UNSC bid. He expressed his appreciation to President Boakai for seeking support from the Government and people of Burundi and asked that his message of trust and goodwill be conveyed in return.
Both parties reaffirmed the mutual respect that has historically defined Liberia-Burundi relations. While formal diplomatic interactions have been limited, the two nations have consistently aligned on key regional and multilateral platforms, including within the African Union and the United Nations.
This high-level diplomatic engagement formed part of an official mission to deliver a Special Message from His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., President of the Republic of Liberia, to his Burundian counterpart.
Currently, Liberia’s diplomatic affairs in Burundi are managed through its Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, while Burundi is accredited to Liberia through its Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria.
In closing, Special Envoy Findley thanked President Ndayishimiye for the warm reception and reiterated Liberia’s commitment to strengthening ties with Burundi. He assured the Burundian leader of Liberia’s readiness to collaborate on shared priorities at both the bilateral and international levels.
As a founding member of the United Nations since 1945, Liberia is seeking to return to the Security Council, having last served in 1961. This candidacy underscores Liberia’s longstanding commitment to international peace and security, built on its experience in peacebuilding and dedication to global cooperation.
The United Nations Security Council is the primary body responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It comprises five permanent members and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms by the UN General Assembly, with seats distributed on a regional basis. Liberia’s current bid represents a renewed dedication to global peace, conflict resolution, and sustainable development across Africa and beyond.
