Liberia: How Realistic Is Liberia’s U.S.$1.21 Bn 2026 Draft National Budget?

President Joseph N. Boakai, through the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning, presented the Draft 2026 National Budget amounting to US$1.21 billion to the National Legislature for approval last Friday.

The 2026 draft National Budget of US$1.21 billion represents a significant increase from the 2025 budget of just over US$880 million. This ambitious fiscal blueprint arrives at a critical juncture, as the country seeks to address longstanding developmental challenges and stimulate…