UN in Liberia Applauds Government’s Ambitious 2026–2030 Economic Governance Reforms

The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Government of Liberia’s renewed push for fiscal transparency, digital transformation, and accountable governance following the launch of the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning’s (MFDP) 2026–2030 Strategic Plan.

Unveiled at the EJS Ministerial Complex in Monrovia, the plan lays out a transformative five‑year roadmap aimed at strengthening public financial management, modernizing systems, and enhancing service delivery across the country. The ceremony brought together government leaders, lawmakers, the diplomatic corps, civil society, and development partners, signaling broad national support for the reform agenda. 

A Reform Blueprint for Fiscal Discipline and Transparency

According to the MFDP, the strategy is grounded in lessons learned from previous reform cycles and incorporates extensive consultations across government and with development partners. Outgoing Deputy Minister for Administration Bill McGill Jones emphasized that the blueprint emerged from a deep analysis of past successes, gaps, and missed opportunities. He noted that digital transformation will be a central pillar of Liberia’s economic governance renewal. 

The plan outlines key targets expected to reshape Liberia’s fiscal landscape by 2030, including:

• Raising the revenue‑to‑GDP ratio to 35%
• Reducing the debt‑to‑GDP ratio below 45%
• Achieving clean audit outcomes
• Ensuring that 95% of government payments are processed electronically
• Scaling modern financial management systems across all government entities 

Finance and Development Planning Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan described the strategic plan as a “working instrument for national renewal,” stressing that Liberia’s development ambitions depend on disciplined execution and strengthened accountability. He urged public servants to view the reforms not as bureaucratic requirements but as obligations owed to the Liberian people.

UN Resident Coordinator Launches the Strategic Plan

Speaking on behalf of the United Nations, UN Resident Coordinator Christine N. Umutoni officially launched the plan, lauding it as a bridge between national aspirations and measurable development impact. She noted that the government’s commitment to stronger fiscal governance aligns with global standards for sustainable development and enhances Liberia’s capacity to implement its national development agenda. 

Her remarks reinforced the UN’s continued support for Liberia’s governance reforms, particularly at a time when the country is preparing a new National Development Plan (NDP) and a future United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF).

A United Nations Country Team Aligned With Liberia’s Development Vision

The launch of the MFDP Strategic Plan comes at a moment when UNCT Liberia is deepening its collective support to the Government through strengthened coordination, joint programming, and evidence‑driven policy engagement. In an earlier UNCT retreat at the Farmington Hotel, RC Umutoni emphasized the importance of harmonized action among the 21 UN agencies working in Liberia to deliver transformative results under the theme “Working Together Towards Liberia’s Transformation.” 

Participants—including government agencies, development partners, civil society, and Nobel Laureate Leymah Gbowee—highlighted that sustainable development must be anchored in dignity, peace, and inclusive governance. This aligns strongly with the MFDP’s stated priorities of accountability, transparency, and service delivery. 

Strengthening Partnerships for Liberia’s Economic Renewal

The UN Country Team recognizes the MFDP Strategic Plan as a cornerstone of Liberia’s economic transformation agenda. By focusing on modernization, digitalization, debt sustainability, and public accountability, the plan provides a robust foundation for long‑term resilience and inclusive growth.

UNCT Liberia remains committed to supporting the Government in the implementation of these reforms through technical assistance, capacity development, policy alignment, and strengthened coordination mechanisms. As Liberia forges ahead with its 2026–2030 economic governance agenda, the UN stands ready—delivering as one, leaving no one behind, and championing a future of transparency, stability, and shared prosperity.