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On this page, we provide insights and analysis of political economy in Liberia. We focus on the following:

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Natural resource management: Liberia is rich in natural resources, including iron ore, timber, and rubber. Insights could cover topics such as the impact of natural resource extraction on Liberia's economy, the role of foreign companies in resource extraction, and the potential for sustainable resource management to promote economic growth.

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Fiscal policy: Liberia's fiscal policy has been shaped by its history of conflict and post-conflict reconstruction, as well as by its relationships with international financial institutions such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Insights could cover topics such as the impact of fiscal policy on Liberia's economic growth, the potential for tax reform to promote economic development, and the challenges facing Liberia in maintaining fiscal stability.

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Trade policy: Liberia has signed a number of trade agreements with other countries, including the United States and China. Insights could cover topics such as the impact of trade policy on Liberia's economy, the potential benefits and challenges of these trade agreements, and the role of trade in promoting economic development.

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Corruption and governance: Corruption has been a persistent challenge in Liberia, and efforts to promote good governance have been central to post-conflict reconstruction and economic development. Insights could cover topics such as the impact of corruption on Liberia's economy, the potential for governance reform to promote economic growth, and the challenges facing Liberia in promoting transparency and accountability.

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Labor market dynamics: The labor market in Liberia is shaped by factors such as education, skills, and access to opportunities. Insights could cover topics such as the impact of the labor market on Liberia's economic growth, the potential for labor market reforms to promote economic development, and the challenges facing Liberia in creating a more inclusive and dynamic labor market.