The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia says it has seen the reports on the NEC’s Biometric VR System and would like to correct the record.
He Embassy said at no point in time did it send the Liberia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs an official Diplomatic Note or any other communication with the request to acquire a sample or specimen of the 2023 national voter registration card.
“We understand that no decision has yet been made on awarding a contract for the biometric system, but that the process is ongoing and according to the press, the Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) is examining potential contracts,” a release issued by the Embassy stated.
“We urge the PPCC to fulfill its mandate of ensuring integrity and transparency in the procurement process so that the Liberian public gets full value for money in the use of public funds,” the US Embassy concluded.
The United States and Liberia share democratic values, including the commitment to free, fair, and transparent elections.
The US Mission works closely with partners in the government and in civil society focusing on next year’s important national elections and the release added, “We emphasize the necessity of non-violence and transparency in democratic societies.”
The Embassy further reminded international and local partners of the importance of data security, especially regarding sensitive Liberian voter data.
