Members of the House of Representatives (HoR), on Monday, June 2, 2025, welcomed a high-level Indian Parliamentary Delegation at the Capitol Building in Monrovia.
The multi-party delegation is led by Dr. Shrikant Eknath Shinde, an Indian sitting member of Parliament.
The team comprises senior political figures and former diplomats. They are on a mission to engage Liberian government officials on global peace and security following recent developments in India.
During the courtesy visit, Dr. Shinde outlined his country’s position in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, the ensuing Operation Sindoor, and subsequent regional security implications. He underscored the urgent need for global collaboration in the fight against terrorism, citing the United Nations Security Council document SC/15971, issued January 21, which highlights the increasing threat of terrorism across Africa, including the activities of Boko Haram in Nigeria and Al-Shabaab in Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Burkina Faso.
Dr. Shinde stressed the importance of deepened cooperation between India and Liberia to combat terrorism and uphold global peace and stability.
In response, House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon, expressed appreciation to the delegation for the visit. Koon then reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic and parliamentary relations with India.
He acknowledged the historic and long-standing ties between the two nations, reiterating Liberia’s zero-tolerance policy on terrorism, as well as its support for India’s democratic principles.
“We look forward to greater collaboration and partnership between our two nations,” Speaker Koon stated, noting, “Liberia remains a committed partner in promoting global peace and security, and we fully support India’s stance against terrorism.”
The meeting concluded with both delegations pledging enhanced cooperation in areas of mutual interest, particularly in regional and global security, economic development, and parliamentary diplomacy.