Monrovia, July 28 -- Maritime Commissioner and CEO of the Liberia Maritime Authority (LiMA), Neto Zarzar Lighe, has described Liberia as a "beacon of perseverance," celebrating the nation's resilience and progress during remarks at the Annual General Assembly of the European Federation of Liberian Associations (EFLA) and the commemoration of Liberia's 178th Independence Day.

Addressing Liberians in the diaspora at the event held in Antwerp, Belgium, Commissioner Lighe paid tribute to the indomitable spirit of Liberians who, despite enduring decades of conflict, political instability, and economic hardship, continue to uphold the values of democracy, peace, and sovereignty.

"Despite the trials we have endured, Liberia stands today with u...