By: Staff Writer
Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti has underscored the importance of reclaiming and elevating Africa’s indigenous diplomatic traditions.
“Africa and Liberia have been engaged in diplomacy long before the modern state system,” she noted. “In Liberia, we have the ‘Palava Hut’ model of settling disputes an indigenous approach that embodies dialogue, consensus, and reconciliation.
Reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to transforming Liberia’s diplomatic landscape, She stressed that it is time for Africa to standardize and elevate its own diplomatic practices as they chart a new path for the continent.
Speaking at the inaugural session of the Ambassadorial Lecture seminar series Minister Nyanti said that Liberia must not only train diplomats but must shape thought leaders who understand the past, engage the present, and influence the future something she told the gathering is part of a broader vision including initiatives of her leadership.
Among other things, The Ambassador George Wallace Lecture and Seminar Series, named after one of Liberia’s most accomplished diplomats, aims to serve as a dynamic platform for dialogue, reflection, and strategic thought.
At the same time, it will feature seasoned diplomats, foreign policy experts, and scholars from across the globe, contributing to Liberia’s evolving role in international affairs.
Meanwhile, The Foreign Ministry boss reassured the public that it remains steadfast in its mission to drive Liberia’s foreign policy through innovation, capacity building, and inclusive leadership.
