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“We are coming with organized resistance.” 

By Lincoln G. Peters  Monrovia, June 23, 2025: A constituent member of the ruling Unity Party, the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia (EFFL), has threatened to resist the Unity Party over its alleged abuse of power and the hard living conditions of the Liberian people. The EFFL said those who once criticized CDC now violate the same rules they claimed …

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IMF approves Liberia’s economic outlook 

By Lincoln G. Peters  The International Monetary Fund (IFM), through its Staff team, has expressed appreciation and pleasant opinion regarding Liberia’s economic outlook, following conclusion of a consultative visit to Monrovia.  The IMF staff team, headed by Mr. Daehaeng Kim, Mission Chief for Liberia, visited Monrovia from June 4 – 17, 2025. The objective of the visitation is to conduct …

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China-Africa trade prosperity grows to US$295.6 billion 

By Lincoln G. Peters  Beijing, China, June 20, 2025 –  The People’s Republic of China, Director-General for African Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that China-Africa trade prosperity has increased to US$295.6 billion, while announcing President Xi Jinping’s commitment to developing African infrastructure, technology capabilities and Artificial Intelligence to further boost trade and enhance economic cooperation.  Addressing an elaborate …

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Healing the wounds of Liberia’s Civil War

These events will be overseen by designated INCHR Commissioners, UNDP staff, media personnel, and a range of county- and district-level officials, traditional leaders, and civil society representatives. Monrovia, Liberia; June 20, 2025 – According to the Center for Justice and Accountability, an estimated 250,000 people lost their lives during Liberia’s civil war from 1989 to 2003.  In a bid to …

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Govt.’s crackdown faces scrutiny – Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news

A government restriction on street parades by students is greeted here with public criticism.  By Stephen G. Fellajuah Monrovia, Liberia; June 20, 2025 – The Government of Liberia’s latest decision to ban street parades by students across the country triggers widespread public debate here, with mounting calls for a more balanced approach. Speaking from the United States via OK FM …

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LP, MDR Youth trade blows over Foreign Work Permit controversy

By: Kruah Thompson Monrovia, Liberia: The Youth wings of the Liberty Party (LP) and the Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction (MDR) have traded verbal jabs over allegations surrounding the unauthorized issuance of work permits to foreign nationals, fueling a heated political controversy that is drawing national attention, an issue that is rapidly gaining national attention. The controversy stems from recent …

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Minister Kruah breaks silence – Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news

By: Kruah Thompson Labor Minister Cllr. Cooper W. Kruah has broken his silence over recent allegations made by Montserrado County Senator Abraham Darius Dillon regarding the unauthorized issuance of foreign work permits. Minister Kruah says the senator’s claims are politically motivated and based on personal grudge with the MDR rather them facts  Addressing journalists Tuesday June 17, 2025, at MICAT …

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Chinese investors to explore Liberia

Qingdao, Shandong, China, June 19, 2025: Chinese investors from Shandong Province are expected to visit Liberia shortly on an investment exploration mission, as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries and boost investment. Shandong Provincial leaders are also keen on taking the Liberia/China relationship further by establishing a sister city relationship between Monrovia and Shandong, Vice President Jeremiah …

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