President Joseph N. Boakai has reaffirm his government commitment to Liberian-owned businesses and local entrepreneurship as a pathway to economic growth, job creation, and national pride.
Speaking Tuesday at the officially opening of the new Uptown Garage facility, President Boakai praised Uptown Garage Group of Companies for its more than 30 years of service to the Liberian people and described the new facility as a symbol of what Liberian determination, vision, and consistency can achieve when supported by the right policies and leadership.
“This is not just the opening of a building. It is the opening of opportunities. It is proof that Liberians can own, manage, and grow serious businesses in their own country and compete fairly in their own economy,” he said.
Also, the President commended the company for transitioning from a local auto repair business into a major player now involved in the importation and distribution of brand-new vehicles, a space traditionally dominated by foreign-owned companies.
President Boakai, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of government institutions and large corporations patronizing Liberian businesses and honoring their financial obligations to them. He noted that while large foreign companies create jobs, small and medium Liberian enterprises collectively employ even more people and deserve deliberate support.
“When Liberian businesses succeed, the country succeeds. We must protect and support them, because once one succeeds, it becomes a reference point for others,” President Boakai stated.
He assured business owners that his government will continue to provide a stable policy environment to help local enterprises grow and expand beyond Monrovia into the rest of the country.
The President also praised Uptown Garage for its commitment to quality, transparency, and professionalism, noting that credible businesses build trust by doing the right thing rather than cutting corners.
As he officially declared the facility open, President Boakai encouraged other Liberians to take bold steps in investing at home, assuring them of his administration’s unwavering support.
“This is how nations are built,” he said. “By citizens who believe in their country and are willing to invest honestly in its future.”
