Speaking at the launch of the FY2027 budget process in Monrovia, Joekai said Liberia has made notable progress over the past two and a half years under the current administration. Joekai cited improvements in education, agriculture, health, and the economy, crediting the Ministry of Finance for strengthening fiscal management and budget reforms. As part of efforts to improve budget planning and compensation management, Joekai announced that the CSA will begin manpower hearings earlier in the budget cycle beginning with FY2027. He disclosed that construction of the Civil Service Regional Headquarters in Banga is progressing and is expected to be completed within 120 days. Concluding his remarks, Joekai pledged the CSA’s continued support to the Ministry of Finance in improving the national budget process and strengthening public sector service delivery.