"Catalyst for National Transformation” - UN Describes Liberia's New Economic Plan Launch

MONROVIA, LIBERIA: The United Nations (UN) has hailed the new strategic economic plan launched by the Liberian government through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning.

The new framework sets out the government’s roadmap to reform fiscal systems, improve transparency, and drive inclusive economic growth over the next five years (2026 to 2030).

Speaking at the occasion on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Monrovia, the United Nations Resident Coordinator, Christine Umutoni, said the plan comes at a critical time when the country is building on macroeconomic gains.

She said macroeconomics is gaining a boost, with a recent growth of 5.1 percent in Gross Domestic Product and declining inflation under the government's ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development.

The UN Resident Coordinator believes that the new framework directing the country's finance focus, will strengthen public financial management, improve fiscal reporting, enhance debt management, and accelerate digital transformation in the financial system.

"The Strategic Plan is not just a document — it is a catalyst for national transformation but as we know, strategic plans do not transform countries — implementation does.”

“It arrives at a defining moment as Liberia builds on promising macroeconomic gains, continued reforms will help strengthen the country’s economic foundations", she asserted.

Umutoni further stated that the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (2026–2030) is closely aligned with Liberia’s national development priorities, ensuring coordinated support from international partners.

She pledged the United Nations' support to the implementation of the plan through technical assistance in areas such as macroeconomic policy, digital governance, debt sustainability analysis, and monitoring and evaluation.

The launch of Liberia's new economic plan is seen as an important step toward improving the investment climate. Through this plan, the government hopes to attract more sustainable and responsible investment, particularly to support private-sector-led growth and job creation.

Development partners at the occasion emphasized that stronger coordination and alignment with Liberia’s national strategies will be essential to ensure development programs reach communities across the country, particularly vulnerable populations.

The launch was attended by government officials, local and international development partners.