Monrovia, Aug. 17 -- The Embassy of India in Liberia has celebrated India's 80th Independence Day with a vibrant display of patriotism, culture and diplomacy, bringing together Indian community members, Liberian government officials, diplomats and special guests to celebrate the longstanding friendship between the two countries.

By Patience M. Jones | patiencejones@frontpageafricaonline.com

The celebration on Saturday featured the ceremonial hoisting of the Indian national flag, cultural performances and a reception highlighting growing diplomatic, economic and people-to-people ties between India and Liberia.

The day's first ceremony was held at the Indian Ambassador's residence, where Ambassador Manoj B. Verma hoisted the Indian trico...