Washington, D.C.; March 5, 2025: Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung arrived in Washington, D.C., today, March 5, 2025, to participate in the 10th Powering Africa Summit, signaling Liberia’s dedication to advancing its energy sector and strengthening international collaborations.
Upon his arrival at Dulles International Airport in Virginia, Vice President Koung was greeted by Isaac C. Yeah Sr., Charge d’Affaires ad Interim of the Embassy of Liberia in Washington. His visit underscores Liberia’s commitment to promoting energy accessibility and fostering partnerships with global leaders.
Before the summit, Vice President Koung will engage in a consultative meeting with leaders of Liberian organizations from the Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland areas. This meeting aims to strengthen ties with the diaspora and highlights the Vice President’s commitment to community-based dialogue and collaborative progress.
On Thursday, March 6, Vice President Koung will participate in key sessions of the Energy Summit, which will feature a keynote address by Acting U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright. During the summit, the Vice President is scheduled to present a paper on US-Africa bilateral partnerships in a session on African Leadership, emphasizing Liberia’s initiatives to secure foreign investments and support the nation’s transformation agenda.
The summit will conclude on Friday, March 7, with Vice President Koung holding several closed-door meetings with prominent U.S. officials. Among those he will engage with are Deputy Assistant Energy Secretary Josh Volz and Ambassador Troy Fitrell, Senior Bureau Official for African Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. These meetings aim to bolster Liberia’s positioning as a viable partner in international energy development.
Throughout his U.S. visit, Vice President Koung will emphasize the Liberian government’s commitment to expanding energy access across the nation, as outlined in the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development. By advocating for foreign investments, he aims to drive national transformation and improve the lives of Liberians through enhanced energy solutions.
Following the summit, the Vice President will travel to Pennsylvania on Saturday, March 8, 2025, where he will engage with the Liberian community in a town hall meeting, further demonstrating his dedication to grassroots involvement and nation-building.
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