Africa-Press – Liberia. Delegates at the Bridge to Prosperity Investment Mission have expressed their desire to invest in Liberia as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s economy.
The Bridge to Prosperity U.S. to Liberia Trade and Investment Mission is spearheaded by the Office of the Special Envoy of U.S. Trade and Investment under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The event that took place in the C. Cecil Dennis Auditorium at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs brought together over 20 individuals from several states in the United States of America.
Jeff B. Bilbo is the Chairman of the National Investment Commission (NIC) of Liberia. Giving the opening Address, Mr. Bilbo says the Bridge to Prosperity Mission represents more than just a delegation – it is a strategic milestone in Liberia’s efforts to deepen commercial and developmental ties with the United States.
Mr. Bilbo listed Energy and infrastructure as some of the areas of interest.
He added that Light manufacturing companies will create jobs and add value to Liberia’s abundant resources.
“Responsible natural resource development, particularly in mining and forestry, Maritime and fisheries development- maximizing our 350-mile coastline and abundant marine resources for export-led growth and coastal livelihood expansion,” he added.
With strategic access to West Africa’s 400 plus million markets, a youthful and trainable workforce, and abundant natural resources Liberia offers high-potential investment opportunities across key sectors, Mr. Bilbo asserted.
“Government’s Commitment to Investors. Under the leadership of President Boakai, this government is focused on improving the ease of doing business through regulatory reforms and fast-tracked approvals,” he said.
Chairman of the National Investment Commission added: “Protecting investor rights, while ensuring community impact and environmental sustainability.”
He added that fostering cross-sector collaboration between ministries, agencies, and private actors are essential for economic growth.
“The National Investment Commission, along with our line ministries, stands ready to provide hands-on facilitation and dedicated aftercare for serious investors,” Mr. Bilbo asserted.
Over the next few days, Mr. Bilbo says delegates of the Bridge to Prosperity Mission will engage in sector-specific matchups and deep-dive dialogues with policy leaders.
Participating in the investment Mission he says will visit several sites to explore real opportunities and discover the resilience, creativity, and potential that define the Liberian economy today.
“This Mission is not the end goal- it is the beginning of a new journey. We invite you to walk this path with us:
“As investors, as knowledge partners,
and as co-architects of a prosperous and inclusive Liberia, let us not merely admire potential- let us activate it, together,” he said.
At the event several expressed their interests in doing business in Liberia.
Adam Mosley and Bill Coble represented the Uzima Water Filter company. The company also has branches in East Africa.
“We are seeking partnership in Liberia to bring clean water to as many Liberiansas possible,” Mr. Mosley said.
Bleejay Innis is a Liberian based in the USA. He runs a construction company called Ikemba Investment Group. The company, he says, is already operational in Liberia.
“Liberia has vast construction opportunities from the infrastructure development standpoint and from the social impact standpoint,” Mr. Innis asserted.
Also, Mitchell Rogers is the president and CEO of Orange Gate Holdings company, a private investment group based in the USA.
According to CEO Rogers, his company operates in key sectors like transportation, recycling waste, and affordable housing.
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