Monrovia, Liberia–The United States Embassy in Liberia has expressed strong support for President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s decision to renew the mandate of the Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court (OWECC), reinforcing international backing for Liberia’s pursuit of justice and accountability.
In a brief but pointed statement, the U.S. Embassy declared: “The U.S. Embassy supports President Joseph Boakai’s decision to renew the mandate of the Office of the War and Economic Crimes Court (OWECC).
The OWECC can now continue its work to bring long-overdue justice to Liberia and end the culture of impunity.
This will make a decided contribution to Liberia’s long-term prosperity and stability.
The Embassy’s endorsement follows President Boakai’s issuance of Executive Order No. 148 on April 30, 2025, reestablishing the OWECC with a renewed focus on laying the groundwork for the establishment of both a Special War Crimes Court and a Domestic Anti-Corruption Court.
The move is seen as a key step toward implementing the recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and fulfilling Liberia’s obligations under international law.
The OWECC will now continue its mandate to research tribunal models, draft necessary legislation, and coordinate with international partners to secure resources for the courts. With an annual allocation of $2 million in national funding, the Office is structured to operate semi-independently, reporting quarterly to the President through the Ministry of Justice.
President Boakai has emphasized that this initiative is central to Liberia’s healing process. “This is not about revenge,” he stated. “It is about justice, healing, and the rule of law.”
The renewed mandate has been met with widespread domestic and international support, as Liberia moves closer to holding perpetrators of war and economic crimes accountable, while strengthening its democratic institutions and the rule of law.
