Liberia in the Lead
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🛡️ Low Military Expenditure
In 2023, Liberia's military expenditure was 37,153,000 LCU, reflecting a minimal investment in defense compared to global standards.
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🗣️ Moderate Voice and Accountability
In 2023, Liberia had 14 sources contributing to its voice and accountability score, indicating a moderate level of political freedom and civil liberties.
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🌐 Net Official Flows from UN Agencies
In 2022, Liberia received 136.5 million US$ in net official flows from UN agencies, reflecting a reliance on international aid.
Liberia Following Behind
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📉 Low GDP and GNI Per Capita
In 2023, Liberia's GDP per capita was 771.89 LCU and GNI per capita was 722.19 LCU, indicating economic challenges and low income levels.
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🛠️ Low Value Added Per Worker in Services
In 2023, the value added per worker in Liberia's service sector was 1,004.08 constant 2015 US$, reflecting low productivity levels.
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🚰 Limited Access to Basic Hygiene Facilities
In 2022, only 3.44% of Liberia's population had access to basic handwashing facilities, highlighting significant public health challenges.
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🏢 Low New Business Density
In 2022, Liberia had a new business density of 0.025 registrations per 1,000 people aged 15-64, indicating a slow pace of entrepreneurial growth.
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🚚 Minimal Contribution of Transport Services to Exports
In 2022, transport services accounted for only 0.39% of Liberia's service exports, indicating limited development in this sector.
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🌲 Significant Forest Depletion
In 2021, Liberia's net forest depletion was 17.54% of GNI, highlighting concerns over environmental sustainability and resource management.
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💸 High Bribery Incidence
In 2017, 56.1% of firms in Liberia reported experiencing at least one bribe payment request, indicating a significant challenge in the business environment.
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🎓 High Over-Age Enrollment in Primary Education
In 2017, 46.53% of female students in primary education were over-age, suggesting challenges in the education system.
