Liberia, May 28 -- Liberia's commercial journey evolved from the mid-20th-century "Open Door" policy to a formalized, digital-driven economy.

Today, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry spearheads this evolution, driving sustainable business growth, promoting fair trade, and regulating essential commodities.

Evolution & Future of Commerce: From Special Commission on Government Operations to Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI): The roots of the modern ministry date back to 1948, with the establishment of the Department of Agriculture and Commerce.

Over time, as specialized commissions recognized the need for targeted, centralized regulatory oversight to drive development, the mandate expanded. On June 1, 1962, it was renamed the ...