Rabat, Morocco – Following a landmark year for Liberian diplomacy, the Minister of Foreign Affairs addressed diplomatic staff worldwide today from Liberia’s diplomatic Mission in Rabat, to set a high-performance agenda for 2026. The address underscored the gravity of Liberia’s newly minted seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and signaled a major push for foreign service reform and economic diplomacy.
The Minister opened the global briefing by expressing deep gratitude to the diplomatic corps for the collective achievements of the past year, which saw Liberia secure a prestigious seat on the UNSC and successfully establish the ECOWAS Youth and Sports Center.
A Global Mandate : The UN Security Council
With Liberia now serving on the UN Security Council, the Minister emphasized that the responsibility of this seat extends far beyond the mission in New York. All Liberian missions globally are mandated to support this role by providing real-time, evidence-based analysis and information to inform Liberia’s voting and policy positions.
To mark this historic era, the Ministry announced a formal change to official letterheads, which will now feature the UN Security Council logo. This move is designed to leverage Liberia’s elevated international standing to advance the nation’s interests.
Professionalism and Reform
A central theme of the address was the “Standard of Excellence” expected of all diplomats. The Minister reinforced a strict code of conduct, specifically highlighting:
Professionalism & Confidentiality: Clear warnings were issued regarding the protection of sensitive information, with a zero-tolerance policy for violations, while diplomats were cautioned against posting sensitive information on their personal social media platforms.
Foreign Service Reform: The Ministry committed to a 2026 roadmap for reform that includes improved operational support for missions, especially for missions with increased traffic, such as addressing transportation needs and providing staff insurance.
Financial Accountability: The Minister addressed financial management, calling for an end to unauthorized spending and ensuring the timely remittance of collected payments.
Diplomacy as an Economic Engine
“Our foreign policy must be felt at home,” the Minister stated, pivoting the 2026 strategy toward Economic Diplomacy. Every Liberian mission is now tasked with prioritizing investment attraction and trade partnerships aimed directly at job creation for the Liberian people.
“Liberia’s seat on the Security Council is not just a seat at the table; it is a testament to the world’s trust in our progress. Every diplomat, from Monrovia to Tokyo, is now an essential part of our nation’s security and economic future. We must act with the precision, integrity, and urgency that this moment demands.”
The meeting also served to welcome the new Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and concluded with a call for improved coordination between missions and the Public Affairs department to ensure Liberia’s global message remains unified and impactful.
From the Embassy of Liberia, Morocco
