CAIRO – Liberia is seeking closer aviation ties with Egypt to improve international connectivity and develop Roberts International Airport into a regional hub for West Africa, as the country looks to attract more tourists and investment.
A Liberian delegation led by Princess Eva Cooper, director general of the Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA), held talks on Monday with senior officials from Air Cairo, EgyptAir and the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), according to information provided by the Liberian side.
The discussions focused on potential aviation partnerships, improved air links between the two countries and opportunities to strengthen Liberia’s position in the regional aviation market.
Developing Roberts International Airport (RIA) into a strategic aviation sub-hub in West Africa was among the key issues discussed, alongside efforts to upgrade aviation infrastructure and expand regional connectivity.
The delegation included representatives of the Liberia National Tourism Authority, Liberia Civil Aviation Authority (LCAA), Liberia Airport Authority (LAA) and the Liberian Embassy in Cairo.
The talks also covered technical cooperation, institutional partnerships and ways to improve Liberia’s access to international travel markets, with potential benefits for tourism, trade and investment.
The delegation later held a coordination meeting at the Liberian Embassy in Cairo to review the discussions, assess potential areas of cooperation and set priorities for further engagement with Egyptian aviation and tourism institutions.
The mission is part of Liberia’s broader efforts to expand international partnerships and improve access to the country, with tourism identified as a potential driver of economic growth.
Stronger aviation links could help Liberia attract more international visitors, facilitate business travel and improve its access to regional and global markets.
No specific airline agreement, new flight route or investment commitment was announced in the information provided.
