By Stephen G. FellajuahMONROVIA, Liberia, Aug. 3, 2026 – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has officially launched First Atlantic Bank Liberia Limited, describing the bank’s entry into the Liberian market as a sign of growing investor confidence in the country’s economy. He said the arrival of First Atlantic Bank further strengthens an African-led financial sector capable of supporting regional trade and investment. Also speaking, Catherine Engmann, Board Chairperson of First Atlantic Bank PLC, said the institution deliberately chose to invest in Liberia because of its confidence in the country’s future. “As we open our doors in Monrovia today, First Atlantic Bank makes a promise not only to Liberia but to every market we serve. He expressed confidence that First Atlantic Bank would make a meaningful contribution to Liberia’s economic development while strengthening economic ties between Liberia and Ghana.