The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a congratulatory message to the Government and people of the Republic of Italy on the occasion commemorating the Festa della Repubblica (Republic Day) on June 2, 2024. According to a Foreign Ministry release, Festa della Repubblica, in English, Republic Day is the Italian National Day and Republic Day, which is celebrated on 2 June each year. The day commemorates the institutional referendum held by universal suffrage in 1946, in which the Italian people were called to the polls to decide on the form of government, following the Second World War and the fall of fascism.

President Boakai, on behalf of the Government and People of Liberia, extended warm congratulations to His Excellency Mr. Sergio Mattarella, President of the Republic of Italy, and through him, to the Government and People of Italy as they commemorate this historic event. “We joyfully partake in this commemoration, which marks Italy’s independence anniversary and highlights the enduring benefits derived from our bilateral and multilateral cooperation”, President Boakai stated.

The Liberian leader expressed confidence that the ongoing collaboration between the two countries and peoples will flourish further during his tenure. President Boakai stressed that the partnership between Liberia and Italy is rooted in longstanding harmony, enriched by joint efforts in sectors such as Agriculture, Education, Tourism, and global security. He then prayed that President Mattarella continues to enjoy robust health and happiness, and continuous progress and prosperity for the people of Italy.