MONROVIA, LIBERIA-President Joseph Boakai has issued Executive Order Number 163, launching the National Digitalization and Modernization Initiative (NDMI).

The Executive Order also establishes the Office of Technology, Digitalization, and Innovation (OTDI) to modernize the services of the government and position Liberia for a digital future.

An Executive Mansion statement says the Executive Order mandates a Whole-of-Government overhaul of public service delivery through secure, interoperable, and standards-based digital systems.

It creates OTDI within the Office of the President to serve as the central coordinating authority for digital governance, enterprise architecture, and cybersecurity across all ministries, agencies, and commissions.

The initiative is designed to reduce waste and fragmentation in the government’s operations, improve efficiency, and deliver faster, more transparent services to the Liberian people.

The Order identifies modern digital systems as essential to the prudent management of public resources and to strengthening public trust in government.

At the same time, President Boakai has congratulated Rumen Radev on his appointment as Prime Minister of Bulgaria.

President Boakai described Radev’s election as a testament to the confidence reposed in his leadership and vision for advancing his country.

A Foreign Ministry statement said the Liberian Leader underscored the cordial relations between the two countries, underpinned by mutual respect and a commitment to constructive engagement.

The President emphasized the significant potential to deepen cooperation between Liberia and Bulgaria, particularly in trade, agriculture, education, capacity-building, and technical exchange.

He added that strengthening cooperation in these sectors offers promising opportunities for mutually beneficial development and economic growth.

The Liberian Head of State expressed hope of working closely with his Bulgarian counterpart to further consolidate and expand the ties between both countries.