Global Partnerships Take Centerstage -Nyanti Leads at Liberia’s WEF Davos Debut

MONROVIA – Liberia’s entry into elite global economic spaces has historically been constrained by post-conflict recovery priorities, fragile investor confidence, and limited diplomatic bandwidth. Yet, as global economic governance increasingly rewards visibility, coordination, and reform credibility, presence itself has become a strategic asset. Liberia’s debut at the World Economic Forum in Davos marks a deliberate shift from reactive diplomacy to proactive economic engagement. Beyond symbolism, officials say the country’s participation signals an effort to reposition Liberia within global investment conversations at a time when international capital is recalibrating toward resilience, sustainability, and political stability. As THE ANALYST reports, the composition of Liberia’s delegation—spanning foreign policy, fiscal management, and investment promotion—suggests an emerging recognition that economic diplomacy is no longer peripheral, but central to national development strategy.

Liberia has officially made its historic debut at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, with the country’s participation being led by Sara Beysolow Nyanti, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

The high-level Liberian delegation attending the January 19–23, 2026 gathering includes Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan, Minister of Finance and Development Planning, and Jeff Blibo, Chairman of the National Investment Commission (NIC). Officials describe Liberia’s participation as a milestone moment that reflects growing international confidence in the country’s reform trajectory and its re-emergence as a credible partner in global economic and investment engagement.

Under the leadership of Foreign Minister Nyanti, the delegation is advancing Liberia’s economic diplomacy agenda by engaging policymakers, development finance institutions, investors, and multinational executives on the margins of the Forum. The objective, officials say, is to position Liberia as an emerging destination for responsible and sustainable investment while strengthening strategic international partnerships.

The joint presence of Liberia’s foreign affairs, finance, and investment authorities underscores what officials characterize as a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to elevating the country’s profile in the global economic arena. Delegation members are expected to present Liberia’s macroeconomic outlook, ongoing fiscal and governance reforms, development priorities, and expanding investment opportunities, with emphasis on job creation and inclusive economic growth.

As part of Liberia’s Davos engagement, Minister Nyanti is scheduled to deliver opening remarks at a senior-level roundtable titled “The Future of Liberia: Global Partnerships and Economic Diplomacy.”

The event is being organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in partnership with Foreign Policy and will take place on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Financial Times House (Hotel Parsenn) in Davos.

The roundtable is expected to convene 15 to 20 high-level participants, including global investors, multinational corporate leaders, and representatives of leading development finance institutions. During the session, Finance Minister Ngafuan is slated to deliver a keynote address outlining Liberia’s transition toward investment readiness, priority reform initiatives, and opportunities across key sectors of the economy.

Discussions will also highlight Liberia’s rising international standing, including its recent election as an incoming non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, and the implications of that role for regional stability and global cooperation. These themes will be further explored during a panel discussion led by Minister Nyanti, Minister Ngafuan, and NIC Chairman Blibo.

The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum is being held under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue,” against a backdrop of heightened global uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions, economic pressures, climate risks, and rapid technological change. The Forum serves as a platform for leaders to engage in candid dialogue, expand networks, and explore cooperative responses to shared global challenges.

This year’s meeting is expected to attract nearly 3,000 participants from more than 130 countries, including around 400 political leaders—among them approximately 65 heads of state and government—and some 850 chief executives and chairpersons of major global corporations.

Officials say Liberia’s inaugural participation at WEF Davos reaffirms the country’s commitment to proactive global engagement, investor confidence-building, and a unified national approach to economic diplomacy aimed at attracting partnerships, creating jobs, and driving inclusive growth and long-term development.