Today: 7 October 2025
5 January 2023
1 min read

‘Emirates Hospital’ opened in Liberia

During the event, Weah thanked President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the generous initiative and his support for the Liberian people…reports Asian Lite News

George Weah, President of Liberia, inaugurated the ”Emirates Hospital” in Gbarpolu county in northern Liberia, which received support from the UAE, as per the directives of the country’s leadership.

The inauguration event was attended by Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State and several officials from both sides.

During the event, Weah thanked President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the generous initiative and his support for the Liberian people.

The establishment of the hospital in Gbarpolu county will strengthen Liberia’s health sector and offer medical services to the people, he added.

Sheikh Shakhboot conveyed the greetings and best wishes of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed to President Weah and further development and prosperity for Liberia.

In his speech at the event, Sheikh Shakhboot pointed out that the bilateral ties between the two friendly countries are continuously developing, supported by their leadership.

“The inauguration of the Emirati hospital in Liberia will support the healthcare sector in the country, as well as in Africa, as it will provide high-quality medical services to over 500,000 people living in rural areas in Liberia and Sierra Leone,” he said.

He also highlighted the promising opportunities to strengthen the partnerships between the two countries, noting the UAE’s keenness to boost its bilateral ties with Liberia, most notably in areas related to sustainable development.

Covering an area of 80,000 square feet, the hospital has a capacity of 125 beds and is equipped with modern facilities. It also has a surgery room, a modern laboratory, an ICU and various specialist departments, and it operates on solar energy.

The hospital will offer medical services to the residents of Gbarpolu county and nearby areas, in addition to citizens of Sierra Leone living close to the Liberian border.

ALSO READ: Over 60k subscribe for UAE’s job loss insurance scheme

Previous Story

Sheikh Abdullah meets Assad in Syria

Next Story

D33: Dubai’s Economic Agenda For Next Decade

Latest from -Top News

OCTOBER 7: Stop the Violence Now, Says Guterres

Guterres recalled that “the attackers brutally killed more than 1,250 Israelis and foreign nationals….reports Asian Lite News UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged an immediate halt to the violence in Gaza, Israel, and

Piyush Goyal Heads to Doha for Trade Talks

During the visit, both sides are expected to discuss the proposed India–Qatar Free Trade Agreement (FTA)….reports Asian Lite News Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will travel to Doha, Qatar, on

Hamas Heads to Egypt for Gaza Talks

The negotiation will focus on the details of enacting the first phase of the plan…reports Asian Lite News A delegation from the Palestinian group Hamas arrived in Egypt on Sunday ahead of

Multi-alignment, upgraded

With US ties strained and China tense, New Delhi taps Europe’s harder edge for co-development, clean tech and strategic autonomy, writes Manoj Menon India is recalibrating its great-power hedging as frictions with
Go toTop

Don't Miss

UAE set to launch CEPA talks with Thailand

Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi emphasized that these negotiations represent another

Global Village Opens With Unique Experiences

Global Village has significantly improved guest flow adding 2,500 sq