Visa Restriction Policy on Undermining the Democratic Process in Liberia
WASHINGTON, September 27, 2023 - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced visa restrictions for individuals who he said were 'undermining democracy' in Liberia ahead of the country's elections in October.
Statement by Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken
Statement by Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken
September 27, 2023
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced visa restrictions for individuals who he said were 'undermining democracy' in Liberia ahead of the country's elections in October.
'The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Liberia and around the world. Today, I am announcing a new visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for those undermining democracy in Liberia. This policy will take effect in advance of the upcoming election.'
The visa restriction policy announced today will apply to specific individuals and is not directed at the Liberian people or the Government of Liberia.
Visa Restriction Policy on Undermining the Democratic Process in Sierra Leone
Today, we are announcing a new visa restriction policy for individuals involved in undermining democracy in Sierra Leone. This decision reflects the commitment of the U.S. to support Sierra Leoneans’ aspirations to have free and fair elections.
Statement by Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken
Statement by Secretary of State Anthony J. Blinken
August 31, 2023
The United States is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Sierra Leone and around the world. Today, I am announcing a new visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act for undermining the democratic process in the June 2023 Sierra Leone election.
The visa restriction policy announced today will apply to specific individuals and is not directed at the Sierra Leonean people.
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