The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has disclosed that its Chargé d’Affaires, Joseph E. Zadrozny, recently held a meeting with Liberia’s Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan II, to review the country’s transition from aid dependence toward increased trade and investment. The meeting, according to a Facebook post from the Embassy, underscored the shared commitment of both nations to deepen economic ties and foster sustainable growth in Liberia.
The discussions highlighted several priority areas for potential cooperation, including mining, energy, technology, and agriculture—sectors that hold significant potential for driving Liberia’s economic transformation. At the same time, Chargé Zadrozny emphasized the continued U.S. contribution to Liberia’s health sector, describing it as “critical to the well-being of Liberians nationwide.” This dual focus on both long-term economic growth and immediate social needs reflects Washington’s strategic approach to supporting Liberia’s development.
A key point in the dialogue was the anticipation of an upcoming visit by a Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) delegation. The team will assess Liberia’s progress as part of the review process for possible re-eligibility for a second compact. Liberia has previously benefitted from MCC funding, which supported energy and infrastructure development, and a second compact would provide an additional boost to the country’s reform and development agenda.
The Embassy’s statement concluded by reaffirming the United States’ readiness to continue working with Liberia to identify avenues for stronger economic cooperation. This partnership, it noted, will not only build on past successes but also open new opportunities for Liberia to move from reliance on aid toward greater self-sufficiency through trade, investment, and sustainable development.
