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The Practice of International Law in Liberia

DOI: 10.4236/blr.2025.161013, PP. 273-289

Keywords: International Law in Liberia, Sovereignty and Compliance, International & Regional Organizations, Human Rights, Legal Institutions & Governance, Post-Conflict Reconstruction

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Integrating local traditions with international legal frameworks poses significant challenges for post-conflict nations. Liberia, one of Africa’s oldest republics, has a history of engaging with international laws to assert its sovereignty, meet compliance requirements, and support post-conflict reconstruction. From early diplomatic efforts to secure territorial recognition to active participation in international and regional organizations such as the United Nations (UN), Africa Union (AU), and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Liberia has consistently relied on mechanism of international law to shape its governance and development trajectory. This study examines Liberia’s interaction with international law through three primary lenses: historical context, contemporary applications, and future challenges. It explores the nation’s role in regional organizations, its compliance with international treaties, and the obstacles in harmonizing global legal norms with domestic policies. The paper also highlights Liberia’s legal responses to human rights issues, environmental governance, and economic constraints. Given the limited scholarly work on Liberia’s engagement with international law, this research contributes to the discourse by offering insights into the country’s legal landscape. It emphasizes the need for stronger legal institutions, enhanced accountability, and sustained international cooperation to ensure the effective application of international law in Liberia. By addressing these critical issues, this study provides a deeper understanding of how post-conflict states integrate global legal norms with domestic legal frameworks to rebuild governance and achieve sustainable development.

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