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Monrovia-December 3, 2025: The Liberia National Police (LNP) on Monday opened its doors and its command center to a delegation from the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), officially launching a five-day bilateral engagement designed to strengthen cooperation between the two sister forces.
The visit comes on the heels of an LNP mission to Sierra Leone earlier this year, where both police leadership teams reaffirmed a shared commitment to work-hand-in hand in keeping the Liberia Sierra Leone border safe and secure. This week’s activities mark a continuation of that promise, shifting conversations into action.
Over the next five days, officers and experts from both institutions will roll up their sleeves to tackle key security issues together. Their focus will include tightening border security, improving patrol operations, boosting communication between the two forces, and sharing the practical, day-to-day operational knowledge that keeps communities safe. The collaboration is expected to enhance both countries’ ability to respond to cross-border challenges such as trafficking, smuggling, and organized crime.
On Day One, the Sierra Leonean delegation received an inside look at the heart of LNP operations. They toured several major divisions, met with section heads, and spent time observing routine activities that keep the police force running around the clock. The visit offered them valuable insight into the LNP’s structure, challenges, and capacity and set the tone for open, practical cooperation throughout the week.
LNP leadership described the engagement as an important step toward deepening long-standing regional ties. Both sides stressed that genuine partnership and consistent communication remain essential to protecting citizens on both sides of the border.
As the week continues, the delegation will take part in joint sessions, field visits, and planning meetings aimed at building a stronger, more coordinated approach to regional security. By the end of the engagement, both forces hope to leave not only with new strategies, but with stronger professional bonds that will carry their cooperation well into the future.