Capitol Hill, Monrovia – Regardless of their party affiliations, Liberia’s vice president, Jeremiah Koung, has urged senators to work together to develop laws and policies that improve governance, expand democracy, and preserve the rule of law.
The president of the Liberian Senate stated, “Liberia will experience growth and development through enhanced collaboration and deliberate actions.”
During the event, the VP praised the opposition for holding the government responsible and emphasized that dissent, vigilance, and scrutiny are necessary for a robust democracy.
Vice President Koung advised Unity Party members to maintain their discipline, focus, and humility, pointing out that real leadership is determined by the accomplishment of goals.
Vice President Jeremiah Koung admitted that creating jobs is still one of the government’s top priorities, nearly two years into President Joseph Nyuma Boakai’s Unity Party-led administration.
Citing structural and financial limitations, VP Koung acknowledged that despite continuous attempts, the government has not been able to quickly offer sufficient employment opportunities for Liberians.
During the commencement of the 55th National Legislature’s Third Session on Capitol Hill on Monday, January 12, the Vice President made the disclosure. Although improvement will take time, Koung, who also holds the position of President of the Liberian Senate, stated that the government is making conscious efforts to address unemployment.
He claimed that the full implementation of the current fiscal year’s over US$1.2 billion national development budget aims to strengthen infrastructure, promote a thriving private sector, increase access to dependable electricity, revitalize large-scale agriculture, and create an environment that is conducive to both domestic and foreign investment.
He assured Liberians that President Boakai is still fully committed to the ARREST Agenda, a development framework intended to change lives, rebuild public trust in state institutions, and create a resilient, inclusive economy, but he warned that these actions are not quick fixes.
