MONROVIA, LIBERIA-President Joseph Boakai has assured potential investors of the Liberian Government’s commitment to creating a friendly investment and business climate in Liberia.

President Boakai said:” This will encourage direct foreign investment and empower citizens through the creation of jobs and opportunities.”

The Liberian Leader underscored the benefits that potential investors stand to accrue from investing in Liberia, emphasizing the country’s rich natural resources.

President Boakai was speaking during a meeting with representatives of Confimea Meditettaneo, a prominent Italian Association on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, in Rome, Italy.

According to an Executive Mansion release issued recently, President Joseph Boakai named road connectivity, expansion of the Monrovia, Harper, Buchanan, Greenville Seaports, and agriculture as crucial areas for possible investment.

Meanwhile, Representatives of Confimea Mediterraneo have expressed interest in investing in key sectors of the country to spur economic growth.

These areas include oil and gas, tourism, sanitation, health, agriculture, green energy, power generation, and infrastructure development.

Speaking at the meeting, the Organization’s President, Marco Bourelly, committed to work closely with the Liberian Government to ensure tangible results from the ongoing discussion.

The meeting, which was attended by Agriculture Minister Alexander Nuetah and Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah, was organized by the Liberian Embassy in Rome as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s economic ties with Italy.