Monrovia, Liberia - President Dr. George Manneh Weah, Saturday, December 2018 commissioned Liberia’s Ambassador Designate to the United States of America (USA), George S. W. Patten, Sr.

The President used the occasion to hail Liberia’s traditional diplomatic relations with the United States of America (USA) - a relationship spanning for nearly a century and four scores.

He called on Ambassador Patten to work towards strengthening and sustaining the long cherished relationship between the two countries.

President Weah urged Ambassador Patten to uphold the confidence reposed in him by diligently ensuring that Liberia and the United states continue to enjoy their longstanding diplomatic relations.

The Liberian leader also mandated Ambassador Patten to use his presence in the United States to explore opportunities that would benefit his country and people.

In response, Ambassador George S. W. Patten, Sr. thanked President Weah for the opportunity afforded him to serve the people of Liberia. He assured President Weah that he would do all in his powers and from his long diplomatic experience not only to foster good relations with the United States but also promote Liberia’s image abroad.