IPNEWS: China is preparing to provide Liberia with emergency food assistance valued at RMB 20 million, approximately US$3 million, as the country continues to face food security and agricultural production challenges.
Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu disclosed the planned assistance during a media briefing on November 11, saying preparations were underway for a new batch of emergency food assistance to the country.
“Meanwhile, preparations are underway for a new batch of emergency food assistance to Liberia, with China planning to provide rice worth RMB 20 million (3 million USD),” the Ambassador said.
The announcement was made as the Chinese Embassy outlined ongoing development cooperation between the two countries, including infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare and technical assistance projects.
China’s food assistance comes alongside other agricultural support initiatives, including the donation of 304 units of agricultural machinery and equipment to Liberia. The equipment was officially handed over to the Liberian Government at the end of October, with President Joseph Nyuma Boakai attending the ceremony.
The Ambassador also highlighted China’s technical assistance project in bamboo and rattan weaving, fruit and vegetable planting, and livestock production. The initiative is supporting demonstration households in Bong and Bomi counties with agricultural supplies and materials.
According to the Embassy, the various initiatives are intended to support Liberia’s agricultural development and improve livelihoods.
The proposed US$3 million assistance adds to China’s ongoing development support to Liberia as both countries continue to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
