The Government of Liberia says the Government of Poland has agreed to grant entry of all Liberians fleeing the Ukrainian Conflict into Poland and allow for a 15-day stay while applying for an international protection status or deciding to depart the country.

A Release from the Ministry of Information Culture Affairs and Tourism, added that while these initial diplomatic arrangements and measures are underway, plans are also afoot to repatriate these Liberians fleeing the fighting in Ukraine.

The Liberian government, through the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Education, has begun the process of engaging relatives and friends of the Ukraine conflict-stricken Liberians, including the students, to assist in the creation of a database for the purpose of facilitating the students’ safe exit and refuge.