Liberia Widens Competitive Edge in Global Maritime Space, Retains World’s Top Flag State Position

Lloyd’s List attributed part of the sustained expansion to international recognition Liberia received in June 2025 from the U.S.-based advocacy group United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI), which commended the Liberian registry for operating a “world-class compliance programme.” The commendation followed UANI’s assessment that Liberia’s fleet was free of tankers suspected of involvement in illicit oil trading.