Ambassador Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh delivers remarks at MCC–Liberian Embassy reception as Liberia's Compact Development Team advances technical engagements in Washington.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Republic of Liberia continues to advance preparations for its proposed Second Compact with the United States Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), as a delegation from the Liberia Compact Development Team, led by National Coordinator Hon. Alieu F. Nyei, undertakes a weeklong series of technical and institutional engagements with MCC counterparts in Washington, D.C.
The visit represents an important stage in the compact development process, bringing together Liberian and American technical teams to further refine proposed investments, institutional reforms, and development priorities aimed at addressing structural constraints to Liberia's economic growth.
On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Millennium Challenge Corporation, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Liberia in Washington, D.C., hosted a reception in connection with the delegation's visit, highlighting the longstanding partnership between Liberia and the United States.
His Excellency Ambassador Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Liberia to the United States, delivered remarks during the reception, marking the significance of the occasion and the Embassy's continued engagement in support of Liberia's bilateral and development priorities.
Under Ambassador Conteh's diplomatic leadership, the Embassy continues to play an important role in strengthening relations with U.S. government institutions, facilitating high-level engagement, and supporting initiatives that advance Liberia's national interests.
Hon. Isaac E. Taggart, Jr., Special Envoy for U.S. Trade & Investment at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also attended the reception, joining officials, development partners, and other participants in recognizing the importance of sustained U.S.–Liberia cooperation.
Under the leadership of His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., Liberia's proposed Second MCC Compact is being developed with particular attention to electricity infrastructure and institutional and governance reforms in the mining sector.
These priorities are closely aligned with the Administration's broader objectives under the ARREST Agenda for Inclusive Development, particularly the strengthening of essential infrastructure, improved governance, and the creation of an enabling environment for sustainable economic growth and private-sector investment.
The ongoing engagements in Washington underscore the importance of institutional coordination, technical preparation, and continued cooperation as Liberia and MCC work toward the development of a potential compact agreement.
The Office of the Special Envoy for U.S. Trade & Investment recognizes the significance of this partnership and its potential contribution to a stronger investment climate, improved infrastructure, and expanded long-term commercial engagement between Liberia and the United States.
As the technical discussions continue, Liberia remains focused on translating international development cooperation into meaningful institutional reforms, sustainable economic opportunities, and measurable benefits for the Liberian people.