President Trump together with government officials at a meeting with the Liberian President
U.S. President Donald Trump during a high-level diplomatic meeting with the President of Liberia Joseph Boakai, could not hide his admiration for the West African leader’s eloquence.
At a meeting which was meant to focus on strengthening U.S. – Africa trade and security ties, Trump who appeared visibly impressed paused the conversation to offer his compliments.
“We thank you, such good English. That is beautiful. Where did you learn to speak so beautifully? You were educated where?” Trump asked, addressing the Liberian president in front of gathered U.S. and African dignitaries.
A video of the meeting which has gone viral shows the Liberian President, maintaining composure, and replying simply, “In Liberia.”
Trump, appearing surprised, continued, “That’s interesting, beautiful language. I have people at this table who cannot speak nearly as you.”
Some attendees chuckled lightly at the exchange.
Liberia’s history is deeply intertwined with the United States, stemming from the American Colonization Society’s efforts to repatriate formerly enslaved African Americans.
This led to the founding of Liberia in 1822, with the capital, Monrovia, named after U.S. President James Monroe. While the U.S. initially delayed official recognition, diplomatic relations were established in the 1860s, and close ties developed, particularly during the Cold War.
Trump to the President of Liberia: “Such good English. Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?”
English is the official language of Liberia… pic.twitter.com/Q4nbmINHTr
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