China to Provide Liberia US$3 Million in Emergency Food Assistance

MONROVIA, Liberia — China is preparing to provide Liberia with emergency food assistance valued at RMB 20 million, approximately US$3 million, in rice as the country continues efforts to address food security challenges and strengthen domestic agricultural production.

Chinese Ambassador to Liberia Yin Chengwu disclosed the planned assistance during a media briefing on November 11, saying preparations were underway to deliver a new batch of emergency food aid to Liberia.

“Meanwhile, preparations are underway for a new batch of emergency food assistance to Liberia, with China planning to provide rice worth RMB 20 million (US$3 million),” Ambassador Yin said.

The planned assistance comes amid ongoing concerns about food availability and Liberia’s dependence on imported staple foods, particularly rice, which remains a major part of the country’s diet.

China’s proposed food assistance also adds to its broader agricultural cooperation with Liberia, which includes the recent donation of 304 units of agricultural machinery and equipment to the Liberian Government.

The equipment was officially handed over at a ceremony in October attended by President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, as part of efforts to strengthen agricultural production, improve farming capacity and support the government’s food security agenda.

Beyond the machinery donation, China is also providing technical assistance in bamboo and rattan weaving, fruit and vegetable cultivation, and livestock production.

According to the Chinese Embassy, the initiative is supporting demonstration households in Bong and Bomi counties with agricultural supplies and materials to promote practical skills and improve livelihoods.

The planned US$3 million food assistance further underscores China’s development cooperation with Liberia, particularly in agriculture and food security.

Both countries continue to expand bilateral cooperation across several sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture and technical assistance.