IPNEWS: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced Liberia’s candidacy for a seat on the African Union Peace and Security Council (AU PSC) for the 2026–2028 term, seeking to represent the Western Region of the continent.
The announcement underscores Liberia’s commitment to advancing peace, security, and solidarity across Africa. The election for the AU PSC seat will take place during the 48th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council, scheduled for February 11–12 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Liberia’s bid comes as the country simultaneously serves on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2026–2027 term.
The government says this dual role will help amplify Africa’s coordinated voice in both regional and global peace and security efforts.
“Liberia’s candidacy is a testament to its unwavering dedication to fostering stability and unity across Africa,” the Ministry said in a press release. “Our experience as a post-conflict state and our active participation in multilateral peacekeeping missions position us to contribute meaningfully to the AU PSC’s mission.”
Over the past two decades, Liberia has emerged as an active contributor to international peacebuilding. The country has deployed personnel and expertise to African Union and United Nations peacekeeping missions across Africa and beyond.
Liberia’s own transition from civil conflict to democratic stability has informed its investments in early warning systems, local reconciliation mechanisms, and transitional justice frameworks. According to the Ministry, these institutions serve as a model for addressing conflict and building resilience across the continent.
The Ministry noted that Liberia’s potential dual membership in the AU PSC and the UNSC during the 2026–2028 period presents a rare opportunity to bridge African priorities at both the regional and global levels. The AU PSC, which oversees conflict prevention and crisis response in Africa, is expected to benefit from Liberia’s firsthand experience in peacebuilding and institutional strengthening.
“By aligning our work with the AU PSC and the African members of the UNSC, known as the A3, Liberia will ensure Africa’s concerns are heard and addressed with unity and urgency,” the statement added.
The Ministry also highlighted Liberia’s mature democratic institutions, independent judiciary, and vibrant civil society as key assets demonstrating the country’s capacity for responsible leadership. If elected, Liberia has pledged to prioritize conflict resolution, inclusive governance, and collaborative diplomacy during its tenure on the AU Peace and Security Council.
