Liberia - Country Partnership Framework

                                           Chair Summary*

                                            May 29, 2025


Executive Directors discussed the World Bank Group (WBG) Country Partnership Framework
(CPF) for Liberia for FY25-30.

Directors supported the CPF’s selectivity and the focus on growth and the foundations for the
creation of more and better jobs in Liberia.

Directors noted the drivers of fragility in Liberia. They welcomed the CPF's emphasis on
foundational education and skills development, particularly for women and youth. They
underscored the importance of increasing energy access, strengthening governance, promoting
private investment, lifting barriers for private sector-led growth and unlocking opportunities for
IFC and MIGA investments.

Directors underlined the importance of macroeconomic stability, good governance, domestic
resource mobilization and enhancing sustainability. They highlighted the negative trend in ODA
flows and in this context encouraged deepening partnerships.

Acknowledging the overall substantial risk of the CPF, including high political, governance,
institutional capacity and fiduciary risks, Executive Directors urged proactive risk mitigation and
a comprehensive approach to capacity strengthening.




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*This Summary is not an approved record.