MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Augustine Ngafuan, says the Government of Liberia is poised to unlock Liberia’s economy through roads and energy.

Minister Ngafuan made the disclosure recently when he met the World Bank Vice President for Western and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana and others at the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) meetings in Washington, DC.

He said:” Roads and energy are two key drivers to unlock Liberia’s economy, which will foster growth and development to improve the wellbeing of Liberians.”

Minister Ngafuan noted that the 2025 will ensure a robust implementation plans for roads, energy, and health, among other priority areas for national growth and development.

Meanwhile, Ousmane Diagama praised Minister Ngafuan for his strong collaboration to work and strengthen the country’s economy.

Mr. Diagama also thanked President Joseph Boakai for the early steps taken to target corruption and misused of public funds.

The World Bank Official said:” The Bank’s team is also happy to work along with Minister Ngafuan and other stakeholders to address the binding constraints”

The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Augustine Ngafuan, Agriculture Minister Alexander Nuetah, and Deputy Minister for Economic Management Dephue Zuo, among others, from Liberia.