Liberia will open a new trade office in Jerusalem, which will eventually become the West African country’s first official embassy in Israel.
The announcement was made by a delegation of Liberian ministers, led by Minister of State for Presidential Affairs Nathaniel McGill, during their meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Deputy Foreign Minister Idan Roll, Ynet reported on Wednesday.
During the meeting, they asked for Israel’s help in several areas, including agriculture, drought and tourism.
“Liberia is a true friend of the State of Israel and the opening of an official Liberian office in Jerusalem, the capital of Israel, is welcome news,” Roll said. “Liberia is a loyal supporter of Israel, deepening diplomatic relations with it. We will continue to work so that as many countries as possible will open missions in Jerusalem, where their natural place is.”