By 𝐁𝐲: 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐏. 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡
Liberia and the Sultanate of Oman have formally established diplomatic relations following nearly a decade of diplomatic efforts dating back to 2017. The historic agreement was signed on Monday, November 9, 2026, in Muscat, Oman, by Liberia’s Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, and her Omani counterpart, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi.
The two Foreign Ministers described the agreement as a major step toward strengthening bilateral relations, expanding economic diplomacy, and creating new opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.
During the meeting, the ministers also discussed international peace and security challenges, particularly developments in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict in Yemen. Minister Nyanti welcomed Oman’s perspectives on peaceful conflict resolution as Liberia continues its 2026–2027 tenure as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
The establishment of diplomatic relations is being viewed as a significant achievement for President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s administration, with both countries expressing interest in expanding trade, investment, economic cooperation, and private-sector partnerships, particularly in West Africa.
