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Liberia: Stop Following America
Former Liberia president urges nation to reduce U.S. policy dependence and embrace homegrown solutions.
In brief
Former Liberia president urges nation to reduce U.S. policy dependence and embrace homegrown solutions. Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf called for Liberia to stop following U.S. policy direction and develop national solutions reflecting its development priorities. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
Former Liberia president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf urged the nation to reduce dependence on U.S. policy direction and embrace homegrown solutions.
“We have to stop following the United States of America. Let's join the new era of sovereignty, respectability.”
Liberia's Development Shift
Sirleaf called for Liberia to break from longstanding U.S. dependency patterns and take greater responsibility for shaping its future through domestic policies.
Symposium Context
Her remarks followed a one-day symposium on good governance held in monrovia during good governance month.
Historical U.S. Ties
Liberia's relationship with the United States strengthened during Sirleaf's 12-year presidency from 2006 to 2018.
U.S. Engagement Timeline
The United States provided significant assistance during Sirleaf's presidency, including medical support during the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic.
Current Stance
Sirleaf emphasized Liberia must adapt to changing global realities rather than continue relying on external policy frameworks.
Next Steps
Liberia must balance its U.S. partnerships with strengthening domestic institutions and economic self-reliance while maintaining strategic international engagement.
The short version
Former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf called for Liberia to stop following U.S. policy direction and develop national solutions reflecting its development priorities.
