President George Weah addressed the nation in a much-anticipated speech on the state of the economy. Below is a transcript of his speech.
President Weah to Address Nation on State of the Economy
Amid an increasing exchange rate and a resulting high inflation, President George Weah will deliver a major address to the nation on Monday on measures his government plans to take to address the state of the economy.
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Speaker Chambers Blames Former President Sirleaf for Current Economic Hardship
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LACC Has No Record of President Weah’s Assets While Senator
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Margibi Police Transfer Pastor to NSA for Threatening to Kill President
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