Liberia Embassy to the European Union (EU) was pleased to host Ms. Helen Kaljuläte, Ambassador of the Republic of Estonia to the Kingdom of Belgium and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, during a courtesy visit on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
The meeting was warmly received by the Chargé d’Affaires Senve Darlington Tehmeh, who expressed appreciation for the engagement and conveyed the arrival of Liberia’s Ambassador-Designate to the EU, Lev i Deemah in the coming days.
Discussions focused on expanding bilateral cooperation across key strategic sectors, notably E-Government and Digital Development, Maritime and the promotion of gender equality and human rights.
According to a dispatch from Brussels, the Chargé d’Affaires ad interim began by acknowledging Estonia’s globally recognized expertise in digital government and innovation; how Liberia is interested in exploring opportunities for collaboration in digital public service delivery, cybersecurity and technical training to support its digital transformation (e-GP System), which was launched by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai in February, his year.
Mr. Tehmeh recounted Estonia’s active support for educational initiatives across Africa and seek a potential avenue for youth-focused programs such as scholarships, hackathons and digital hubs aligned with Liberia’s development goals under the ARREST AGENDA for transformation and inclusive development.
Regarding Maritime security: The importance of fostering compliance in keeping with International Law under UNCLOS was underscored as a driver for inclusive economic growth by the both diplomats.
Helen Kaljuläte and Senve Darlington Tehmeh further reaffirmed their shared commitments to Art.94 and 217 of the United Nation Convention on the Law of the Sea.
The Chargé d’Affaires took the opportunity to reiterate Liberia’s candidature for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, respectfully requesting Estonia’s support and promised to conveyed Estonia’s position on Shadow fleet vessels to capital.
In a personal reflection, both diplomats noted their professional roots in media and shared their experiences in communications and public service.
The Chargé d’Affaires was joined in the meeting by Augustine P. Jolo, Counselor for Financial and economic Affairs and Madam Harriette.
The Embassy of Liberia looks forward to building on the exchange to forge impactful partnerships that benefit the people of both nations.