{"id":64468,"date":"2024-09-21T15:49:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T15:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/gongloe-seeks-unity-in-liberias-push-for-unsc-seat"},"modified":"2024-09-21T15:49:00","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T15:49:00","slug":"gongloe-seeks-unity-in-liberias-push-for-unsc-seat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/gongloe-seeks-unity-in-liberias-push-for-unsc-seat","title":{"rendered":"Gongloe Seeks Unity in Liberia\u2019s Push for UNSC Seat"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>Prominent Liberian legal and human rights advocate, Cllr. Tiawan Saye Gongloe, has penned an open letter to President George Weah, calling for solidarity in support of Liberia’s bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.<\/p>\n

In the letter, Gongloe highlights the importance of prioritizing national interests over personal grievances and political discord, emphasizing the opportunity for Liberia to influence global security and peace.<\/p>\n

In a spirit of national solidarity and collective responsibility, Gongloe calls for a united front in realizing Liberia’s potential as a respected voice in global security and diplomacy.<\/p>\n

\u201cI extend my respectful greetings to you as a fellow patriot of Liberia and as someone who, like you, has dedicated his life to the service of our beloved country, although in different forms. I write to you today on a matter of great national significance: Liberia\u2019s quest to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council as a representative of Africa,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The former President recently received a letter from Foreign Minister Sarah Beysolow-Nyanti praising his administration\u2019s role in laying the foundation for Liberia\u2019s UNSC bid, acknowledging the country\u2019s historical commitment to peace. However, the government, through the Ministry of Information, downplayed Weah\u2019s importance to the process, indicating that the government is no longer interested in his support or endorsement.<\/p>\n

However, Gongloe, in his letter, acknowledged the strain that exists between former President Weah and the Unity Party government, and appeals to his sense of patriotism, urging him to rise above individual differences and contribute to Liberia’s advancement on the international stage.<\/p>\n

\u201cI know that the current government, under the leadership of President Joseph Nyumah Boakai, may not have treated you with the respect and dignity befitting a former president. It is not lost on me that, despite your stature and the position you once held as the leader of our great nation, you have faced public humiliations\u2014from being denied access to the Presidential Lounge to the unfortunate dispersal of crowds who came to greet you upon your arrival by the use of the use of the Armed Forces of Liberia,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He implores President Weah to set aside personal grievances and focus on the bigger picture of enhancing Liberia’s reputation and impact on the global stage<\/p>\n

\u201cThe government\u2019s actions against you have been painful, and no doubt intended to diminish your standing, as a former president. However, I am appealing to you today not as a politician, but as a fellow Liberian who cares deeply about our country\u2019s future. The quest for Liberia to occupy this high-profile seat on the Security Council transcends politics; it is an opportunity for our nation to have a voice in shaping global security, peace, and justice,\u201d he said. \u201cIt will raise our country\u2019s profile as our nation experienced in 1969 when Angie Brooks Randall was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI urge you to put Liberia first, above the personal grievances and challenges you have encountered since leaving office. As a former president, you are uniquely positioned to influence Liberia\u2019s role on the world stage, and I believe history will judge you rightly if you rise above the political discord and contribute to this national cause.\u201d<\/p>\n

By emphasizing the common goal of national progress and unity among former presidents, Gongloe underscores the broader impact of supporting Liberia\u2019s global aspirations.<\/p>\n

Drawing on historical precedents and emphasizing the significance of statesmanship, Gongloe encourages Weah to consider the long-term benefits of securing a seat on the Security Council for Liberia\u2019s diplomatic influence and advocacy for peace.<\/p>\n

He said securing a seat on the Security Council will not only enhance Liberia\u2019s global standing, but it will also open doors for our country to advocate for peace, security, and justice across Africa and the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cYour support in this matter will send a clear message that Liberia\u2019s former presidents, regardless of their political affiliations, are united in their commitment to the nation\u2019s progress and development,\u201d the legal luminary said in the letter. \u201cWe are at a crossroads. You have an opportunity to shape how future generations will remember your legacy. Will it be defined by discord, or by the magnanimity you show now in supporting Liberia\u2019s aspirations on the global stage?\u201d<\/p>\n

Gongloe appealed to the former President\u2019s \u201csense of patriotism\u201d and urged him to set aside any personal grievances with the current administration. \u201cLiberia\u2019s success on the global stage is bigger than any of us individually,\u201d he said. \u201cHistory will remember you as a leader who, despite the personal slights and challenges you faced, after graciously accepting defeat, chose to put the country first. It is this kind of selflessness and commitment to the greater good that has historically defined great statesmen.\u201d<\/p>\n

Weah Criticizes UP Gov\u2019t<\/p>\n

Prior to the letter from Gongloe, former President Weah raised concerns about the government’s handling of political freedoms and governance standards, emphasizing the need to uphold democratic values for a credible UNSC candidacy.<\/p>\n

He expressed criticism towards the Unity Party-led government for what he perceives as a contradiction in its pursuit of a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council while undermining political freedoms domestically<\/p>\n

In a statement released this week, Weah highlighted incidents such as the police raid on his party’s headquarters as signs of a disregard for political freedoms and national unity, contradicting the ideals of democracy and peace upheld by the Security Council. Weah’s critique comes at a crucial time as Liberia seeks to enhance its international standing.<\/p>\n

While affirming his support for Liberia\u2019s UNSC bid and noting previous endorsements from regional bodies, he cautioned against a \u2018disjointed\u2019 government response and urged genuine diplomatic efforts over superficial gestures. He stressed the importance of addressing internal challenges and consolidating diplomatic gains to present Liberia as a credible candidate for the Security Council.<\/p>\n

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