January, 21,2026: Davos, Switzerland — Liberia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mme. Sara Beysolow Nyanti, has articulated a robust case for economic diplomacy as a cornerstone of peacebuilding, national stability, and meaningful global engagement, calling for deeper, more intentional collaboration among governments, international institutions, and the private sector.
Speaking during a closed-door roundtable discussion at the Financial Times House on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Minister Nyanti emphasized that Liberia has reached a pivotal moment in its development trajectory—one defined by active global participation and shared responsibility, rather than prolonged reliance on external aid.
The Foreign Minister conveyed greetings from President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., noting that the strong presence of international partners and stakeholders at the forum reflects growing global confidence in Liberia’s direction and a renewed willingness to engage in principled, forward-looking partnerships.
According to Minister Nyanti, Liberia is deliberately redefining its global posture, seeking recognition not as a passive recipient of assistance but as an active contributor to economic diplomacy, peacebuilding efforts, and multilateral cooperation. She explained that the small, interactive nature of the Davos dialogue was intended to encourage practical alignment between public and private actors—bridging investment flows with domestic development priorities, and linking economic growth with international peace and security objectives.
She stressed that contemporary economic diplomacy, from Liberia’s perspective, extends beyond traditional state-to-state engagement. Instead, it prioritizes attracting responsible investment that creates jobs, strengthens institutions, supports climate resilience, and reinforces both national and regional stability.
“Sustainable economic growth is itself a foundation for security,” Minister Nyanti stated, underscoring that durable peace cannot be achieved through diplomatic engagement or security measures alone. Rather, she argued, peace must be rooted in inclusive economic systems, accountable governance, and long-term, mutually beneficial global partnerships.
The Foreign Minister also highlighted Liberia’s active participation within the United Nations system, including its involvement in multilateral forums and Security Council–related processes, as evidence of the country’s integrated approach to diplomacy, development, and peacebuilding.
She concluded by reaffirming Liberia’s commitment to constructive global engagement, positioning economic diplomacy as a strategic instrument for advancing shared prosperity, stability, and international cooperation in an increasingly interconnected world.
