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Liberia, UN Sign US$883 Million Cooperation Framework to Drive Inclusive DevelopmentThe Government of Liberia and the United Nations on Tuesday formally signed a new Cooperation Framework that will guide development assistance to the country from 2026 to 2030, reaffirming a strong partnership aimed at accelerating inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth.Speaking at the ceremony, Finance and Development Planning Minister, Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan described the partnership with the United Nations as one that has been tested and strengthened during recent difficult times.Minister Ngafuan noted that the new Cooperation Framework represents not only “big numbers and big plans,” but also a renewed emphasis on execution and results. The framework carries an estimated resource envelope of US$883 million, some of which is already secured, with additional resources to be mobilized.Speaking earlier, United Nations Resident Coordinator Ms. Christine Umutoni said the signing marked a major milestone in the UN–Liberia partnership, as the previous Cooperation Framework comes to an end in 2025 and the new one takes effect in January 2026.“This framework reaffirms our shared vision of a peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous Liberia where everyone—especially children, youth, women, and the most vulnerable—can realize their full potential,” Ms. Umutoni disclosed.She emphasized that the framework is built on national ownership and mutual accountability, with the Government of Liberia providing leadership in setting priorities aligned with the country’s ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, Vision 2030, regional commitments such as Agenda 2063, and the Sustainable Development Goals.The Government of Liberia and the United Nations acknowledged that the global development landscape is becoming more challenging, with traditional aid declining. As a result, the framework places strong emphasis on innovative financing, domestic resource mobilization, and strengthened partnerships to sustain development efforts.Both the Government of Liberia and the United Nations pledged to work closely with civil society, local authorities, the private sector, media, and communities to ensure that the framework delivers tangible improvements in the lives of Liberians.“As we sign this Cooperation Framework today,” Ms. Umutoni said, “the United Nations family commits to walking this journey with Liberia. Together, we will turn this vision into reality.”The new Cooperation Framework will run from 2026 to 2030, positioning Liberia and the UN to deepen collaboration and accelerate progress toward national development goals.