MONROVIA: Outgoing Commerce and Industry Minister, Magdalene Ellen Dagoseh, has expressed appreciation to government institutions, private-sector organizations, development partners and ministry staff for their support and collaboration during her tenure.
In a letter of appreciation marking her departure from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Dagoseh described her service as both a national responsibility and an opportunity to contribute to Liberia’s economic advancement and the well-being of its citizens.
She emphasized that sustainable economic development requires strong institutional coordination, meaningful stakeholder engagement, private-sector participation and a shared commitment to the national interest.
Dagoseh specifically recognized the contributions of key government agencies and private-sector institutions, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Port Authority (NPA), Liberia Business Association (LiBA), Liberia Standards Authority (LiSA), National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority (NaFAA), Liberia Chamber of Commerce and Liberia Agriculture Commodity Regulatory Authority (LACRA).
She also acknowledged the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC), Liberia Business Registry (LBR), Liberia Intellectual Property Office (LIPO), Internal Audit Agency (IAA), Public Procurement and Concessions Commission (PPCC) and the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP).
According to her, the progress recorded during her tenure was the product of collective institutional effort rather than the work of any single individual.
She commended the ministry’s deputy and assistant ministers, directors, commissioners, coordinators, technical officers, county personnel, administrative and support staff, consultants and interns for their professionalism, dedication and teamwork.
Dagoseh said ministry personnel played an important role in serving the public, supporting businesses, protecting consumers, implementing government policies and advancing the institution’s mandate.
The outgoing minister also expressed appreciation to Liberia’s development and financial partners, including the World Bank, African Development Bank, Central Bank of Liberia, Ecobank Liberia and Bloom Bank Africa Liberia.
She credited these institutions with contributing to economic development, private-sector growth, financial inclusion, institutional strengthening and Liberia’s broader economic agenda.
Reflecting on her tenure, Dagoseh stressed that economic transformation cannot be achieved by government alone.
She said, sustained progress requires cooperation among government institutions, the private sector, development partners, financial institutions, entrepreneurs, regulators, farmers, producers and citizens.
As she transitions from the ministry, Dagoseh said, her departure does not diminish her commitment to the country. “The office may change, but my commitment to Liberia remains.”
She urged stakeholders to maintain their collaboration in advancing an economy in which Liberian businesses can expand, entrepreneurs can succeed, consumers are protected and investors can participate meaningfully.
She further called for continued efforts to expand market access for farmers and producers while creating greater economic opportunities for young Liberians.
Dagoseh concluded by thanking those who contributed to her public-service journey for their confidence, cooperation, professionalism, friendship and goodwill.
She described her service at the ministry as one of the greatest honors of her life, while encouraging stakeholders to remain focused on collective national development.
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