Africa-Press – Liberia. By Stephen G. Fellajuah
Monrovia, April 13, 2026: Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, Yin Chengwu, has praised the Government of Liberia, noting that since taking office, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has steadily advanced the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, achieving remarkable results.
Ambassador Yin made the remarks on April 10 during the opening ceremony of the Monrovia Super Mall, which was attended by President Boakai and the First Lady.
The Ambassador described the event as a testament to Liberia’s ongoing development progress. According to him, during China’s 15th Five-Year Plan period, the country will focus on promoting high-quality development and further expanding high-level opening-up, creating new opportunities for countries around the world.
The Chinese envoy further stated that China’s zero-tariff policy for African countries, including Liberia, will help Liberia leverage its strengths to drive economic growth, deliver tangible benefits to the Liberian people, and inject new momentum into China-Liberia cooperation.
President Boakai, while dedicating the facility, congratulated the investors behind the Monrovia Super Mall and expressed gratitude to China for its longstanding support of Liberia’s economic and social development.
According to the President, the investment marks a significant step toward economic growth, modern commerce, and an improved shopping experience for the Liberian people.
He underscored the importance of quality investment in the country and welcomed more ventures of this kind. He added that such projects reflect stability and dignity for the nation while demonstrating that Liberia is on the right path toward innovation and sustainable growth.
“This is actually a quality investment that brings enlightenment to people and also helps drive the nation forward,” President Boakai said, adding that these are the kinds of investments needed to reduce hardship among young people and build confidence in the country.
Analysts expect the mall to stimulate economic activity by increasing business transactions and consumer spending, generating tax revenue for the government, attracting local and foreign investment, and contributing to national income while strengthening the retail sector.
The project also aligns with Liberia’s broader development goals, particularly the expansion of infrastructure under national development agendas.
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