The Government of Liberia, in collaboration with the World Bank Group and development partners, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, launched the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) 2025–2030, a comprehensive strategy to accelerate inclusive development, expand economic opportunities, strengthen governance, and build human capital nationwide.

The CPF is closely aligned with the Government’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development (AAID) and supports the broader ambition of achieving Liberia’s Vision 2030.

The launch ceremony brought together representatives from government, international partners, civil society, the private sector, youth organizations, academia, and the media.

Speaking on behalf of the UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Aliou Mamadou Dia, UNDP Resident Representative, applauded the CPF’s alignment with national priorities and the SDGs.

“The CPF responds to Liberia’s needs as identified through the AAID, the DoD Study, and multiple thematic analyses. We congratulate the Government and the World Bank for this renewed strategic engagement.”

He emphasized four dimensions of transformation: economic diversification & private sector development; human capital investments; governance; institutional strengthening; resilience; inclusion; and sustainability.

The UN Country Team reaffirmed support through the upcoming UN Cooperation Framework 2026–2030.

Government of Liberia Reaffirms National Ownership

Officially launching the World Bank Group Liberia Country Partnership Framework 2025–2030, Dr. Augustine Konneh, Senior Advisor in the Office of the President, emphasized that youth unemployment should be treated as a national emergency.

“Too many young Liberians are searching for work, for dignity, and for their place in their own economy. Job creation must move from aspiration to national priority.”

Dr. Konneh urged partners to invest in immediate, youth-centered solutions and commit to the full implementation for the benefit of the Liberian people.”

The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Ngafuan, reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to delivering results despite global economic shocks.

“We faced a difficult year and endured external shocks, but we adjusted and remained resilient. Our gratitude to the World Bank is profound—you did not retreat.”

World Bank Country Manager Georgia Wallen described the CPF as a critical milestone in Liberia’s development journey, symbolizing ambition, urgency, and focus during the final stretch toward Vision 2030.

“The CPF will set the direction for Liberia’s development over the next five years. It captures the ambition and urgency of the AAID and reflects deep commitments from all partners.”

Ms. Wallen outlined three central pillars of the Bank’s support as follows.

1. More and Better Jobs – Improving skills, reducing learning poverty, enhancing literacy and numeracy, and strengthening employability.
2. Energy and Essential Services – Expanding access to reliable, affordable energy to power healthcare, education, businesses, and growth.
3. Governance and Institutions – Building effective, accountable institutions to drive stability, job creation, and quality services.

She also emphasized natural resource stewardship, productivity in agriculture and forestry, and protection of Liberia’s biodiversity.

“As a founding member of the World Bank, Liberia has a special place in our shared history. We are honored to walk alongside the people of Liberia as the country accelerates toward Vision 2030.”

A Partnership for Results and Transformation

The CPF 2025–2030 represents a unified effort to:

• Strengthen macroeconomic stability
• Improve foundational learning for over 350,000 students
• Expand energy access
• Enhance governance and transparency
• Catalyze job creation and private-sector growth
• Protect Liberia’s natural resources
• Build resilience and empower youth