Liberian President lauds US support to country’s recovery programme

Monrovia (Liberia) Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf lauded US support to Liberia’s recovery programme, especially toward the rehabilitation of infrastructure, security sector reform and debt relief, APA learnt. The head of state was speaking during a luncheon she tendered Thursday for a seven-member, bi-partisan United States Congressional delegation which paid a one-day visit to Liberia. Madam Johnson Sirleaf said the influence of the US Treasury department would be most welcome in soliciting the cooperation of non-G-8 members towards Liberia’s debt relief. During the visit, the U.S lawmakers held consultative meetings with the Liberian President and senior members of her government. The head of the delegation, Democrat representative Nita Lowey, said they were in Liberia to recommit to help the country succeed in bringing ’reproductive life’ to Liberians. She also assured that the U.S Congress and government were committed to the reconstruction and development of Liberia. The U.S lawmakers acknowledged the challenges facing the country, and spoke of the need for Congress to step up efforts to ensure that the government responds to the needs of the people. In separate remarks, members of the Congressional delegation praised the Liberian leader for setting into motion a programme that would enhance national reconciliation and development. Published by Korir, API*APN africanpress@chello.no tel             +47 932 99 739        or             +47 6300 2525        source.apa