The President of the Republic of Liberia,His Excellency Dr. George Manneh Weah has on behalf of the Government and People of Liberia, and in his own name, extended hearty congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Finland on the occasion commemorating the Independence Anniversary of that country.  

In the Message to his Finnish counterpart, H.E. Mr. Sauli Ninisto, President George Manneh Weah indicated that as Liberia joins Finland in celebrating its independence, Liberians will remember the invaluable contributions made by the Finnish Refugee Council in multiple areas of Liberia’s development agenda including vocational and entrepreneurship training, functional literacy and education, etc.  

The Liberian President expressed hope that the friendly relations subsisting between the two countries and peoples will be further enhanced as both governments collaborate towards the stimulation of activities that will develop and enhance the skills of women and youth of Liberia. 

He then wished for President Souli Ninisto sustained good health and success in his endeavors, and for the people of Finland renewed happiness and prosperity.