The President of the Republic of Liberia, Her Excellency Mrs. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has congratulated the Government and People of the Republic of Lebanon on the joyous occasion commemorating the 70^th Independence Anniversary of that country.

In her message to Lebanese President His Excellency, Mr. Michel Suleiman, President Sirleaf on behalf of Liberia, extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Government and People of Lebanon.

While expressing joy over the occasion, President Sirleaf hoped that the cordial ties of friendship and cooperation subsisting between Liberia and Lebanon will be further strengthened.

The Liberian Leader expressed confidence that the two Governments will work together in furtherance of the principles of the United Nations aimed at promoting international peace, security and cooperation among all nations.

President Sirleaf then prayed that the Almighty Allah will endow President Suleiman with abundant wisdom and strength as he leads his compatriots to greater prosperity.