By Stephen G. Fellajuah
Monrovia, Liberia – July 15, 2026 – U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Joe Zadrozny has concluded a meeting with Liberia’s Minister of Justice, Cllr. N. Oswald Tweh, focused on ongoing cooperation between the United States and Liberia to strengthen the rule of law and combat transnational crime
The Chargé d’Affaires reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to supporting Liberia’s justice sector as it works to hold criminal networks accountable and protect Liberian communities from illicit trafficking and financial crimes.
According to a statement issued by the U.S. Embassy on July 14, the U.S. Government, through the Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), continues to support the Ministry of Justice in key areas, including combating trafficking in persons, reducing drug demand, and enhancing counternarcotics and law enforcement effectiveness.
“We value our strong partnership with the Ministry of Justice and look forward to continued collaboration to advance justice, security, and the rule of law to ensure America remains safe and secure,” the statement said.
Liberia has stepped up efforts in recent years to combat trafficking in persons, reduce drug demand, and strengthen counternarcotics and law enforcement as part of broader national security and justice sector reforms.
The government has collaborated closely with international partners, particularly the United States, the United Nations, and ECOWAS, to strengthen the capacity of key institutions, including the Liberia Drug Enforcement Agency (LDEA), the Liberia National Police (LNP), the Ministry of Justice, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force.
The country’s fight against narcotics gained renewed urgency following several major drug seizures, including the interception of a large cocaine shipment at Roberts International Airport in June 2026.
The seizure underscored Liberia’s vulnerability as a transit point for international drug trafficking and reinforced the need for stronger law enforcement cooperation and border security.
