As Chairman for the month, Ambassador Kemayah will coordinate the affairs of the African Group of Ambassadors to the United Nations and serve as its official spokesperson at all United Nations functions, including meetings and high-level conferences. Said Ambassador Kemayah: “It is indeed an honor to serve as Chair of this reputable Group; particularly being charged with articulating and projecting the voice of the African Group at such global platform. We are particularly grateful that this does not affect the tenure of Liberia to Chair this body when the appropriate time is due, hopefully in November 2021.” Ambassador Kemayah stressed. Ambassador Baati briefed Ambassador Kemayah on pending issues; including the expansion of the Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACBQ)–an expert body selected by the United Nations General Assembly; strengthening of engagement with regional bodies, and the strengthening of relations with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. Ambassador Baati assured Ambassador Kemayah of his cooperation during the tenure of his leadership as Chair of the African Group of Ambassadors to the United Nations for the month of December.

Source: GNN Liberia December 05, 2019 17:15 UTC