By Amos Harris
Monrovia, Liberia – Former President George Manneh Weah has officially and publicly thrown his weight behind Liberia’s campaign for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, emphasizing that the endeavor transcends political divides and is a matter of paramount national interest. With the crucial vote slated for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, Weah has issued a passionate call for all Liberians to unite in support of the country’s candidacy for the influential international body.
“This is not about politics; it is about Liberia and the Liberian people,” Weah underscored in a statement. “We must not politicize matters of international importance.” His timely endorsement provides a significant boost to the government’s escalating diplomatic efforts to secure the coveted position.
The government has been actively engaged in robust domestic and international outreach, working to consolidate support for the campaign. These efforts include rallying diverse segments of Liberian society, from civil society organizations to various political parties and opposition leaders, aiming to present a cohesive and unified national front to the international community.
Speaking in a Thursday evening interview with Spoon TV, former Minister of Foreign Affairs Dee-Maxwell Saah Kemayah revealed that former President Weah’s support for the initiative has been consistent since its inception, though he has now chosen to make his backing public. “Former President George Weah has overwhelmingly and wholeheartedly endorsed Liberia’s bid for a seat on the UN Security Council,” Kemayah confirmed, highlighting the depth of Weah’s commitment.
Kemayah further disclosed that Weah has been actively engaged in private communications with several African leaders, leveraging his relationships to help galvanize continental support for Liberia’s candidacy. He also clarified that the Security Council bid was, in fact, first initiated under Weah’s leadership during his administration, underscoring the former president’s foundational role in the pursuit. “This is a vision he helped launch,” Kemayah stated, “He has no intention of abandoning it.”
Liberia’s campaign for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council represents a pivotal moment in the nation’s diplomatic history and its broader re-engagement on the global stage. If successful, this achievement would allow Liberia to join other member states in directly shaping critical international decisions pertaining to global peace and security, solidifying its role as a responsible and active participant in multilateral affairs. The unified backing from a figure as influential as former President Weah is expected to significantly strengthen Liberia’s position as the voting day approaches. Sources
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