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Published on 2024-04-11 00:10:00
The Government of Liberia, through the Liberia Broadcasting System (LBS), and the People’s Republic of China have entered into a significant agreement worth over US$5 million. This China Aid Project is aimed at revitalizing and expanding the capabilities of the Liberia Broadcasting System. The official signing ceremony for this agreement took place on April 10, 2024, at the LBS compound. Prior to the signing, a delegation from China, including an engineering team, conducted a thorough assessment of the facility.
The signing ceremony was attended by esteemed guests such as Information Minister Jerolinmek M. Piah, LBS Director General Eugene L. Faghon, members of the LBS Board of Directors and Management, representatives from the Liberia Electricity Corporation (LEC), and media personnel. The Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, Yin Chengwu, expressed China’s commitment to supporting Liberia and its people. He commended the efforts of the new leadership team at LBS and highlighted the strong friendship and cooperation between China and Liberia under the leadership of Presidents Xi Jinping and Joseph Nyumah Boakai.
The Refurbishment and Expansion Project of LBS was initially signed in 2021 between the Chinese and Liberian governments. The recent agreement focuses on constructing a new broadcasting building and implementing a modern broadcasting production system for LBS. This project includes the provision of an outdoor broadcasting vehicle, satellite transmission systems, and upgrades to existing infrastructure such as the transmitter house, antenna feeder, and iron tower. The total cost of the project exceeds $5 million and is expected to enhance LBS’s capacity, efficiency, and influence.
The Chinese ambassador emphasized the importance of prompt action from the Liberian side to fulfill obligations under the agreement and facilitate the construction process. LBS Director General Eugene L. Faghon expressed gratitude to the People’s Republic of China for their support and dedication to the project. He noted that the project would not only enhance LBS’s capabilities but also provide the Liberian people with valuable insights into their government’s functions.
Faghon pledged to advance LBS in terms of frequency, staff, and audience reach, emphasizing the positive impact that the project would have on the broadcasting system in Liberia. The collaboration between China and Liberia in this venture signifies a fruitful partnership that aims to strengthen ties between the two countries and promote mutual growth and development. With the construction of a new broadcasting building and production system, LBS is poised to enter a new era of modernization and efficiency in the broadcasting sector.
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