By: Akoi M. Baysah, Jr.
The Liberia Special Economic Zones Authority (LSEZA) has highlighted Liberia’s investment potential and the importance of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) during the Michigan, Liberia Trade Forum held at the Cecil Dennis Auditorium of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Monrovia.
Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the theme “Advancing Trade, Investment and Strategic Partnerships,” the forum brought together investors, business leaders, government officials, institutions, and development partners to strengthen trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Liberia and the U.S. State of Michigan.
Making remarks on behalf of LSEZA, the Authority’s Director of Legal Affairs, Atty. Ebenezer Wilson, presented the institution’s programs and mandate, emphasizing the strategic role of Special Economic Zones in driving industrialization and sustainable economic development.
Atty. Wilson outlined the investment opportunities available within Liberia’s Special Economic Zones, noting that the initiative is designed to attract both domestic and foreign investors, create employment opportunities, enhance value addition, and improve the country’s competitiveness as an investment destination.
LSEZA Director of Legal Affairs stressed that the Authority remains committed to creating an enabling business environment that supports private sector growth and encourages long-term investments capable of transforming Liberia’s economy.
The Michigan–Liberia Trade Forum served as a platform for meaningful dialogue on investment opportunities and strategic partnerships aimed at supporting Liberia’s national development agenda.
Participants at the forum explored ways to deepen collaboration across key sectors while promoting increased trade and private sector engagement.
The team of staff representing LSEZA included Atty. Wilson, William Kawalawu, Senior Coordinator for the Public Sector Investment Project, and Daniel Ankrah, Corporate Communications Manager.
