In the immediate post war period [in Liberia], multinationals secured highly profitable deals which critics say will do little to benefit the country. Foreign investment is crucial to Liberia's recovery but to what extent are multinationals a mixed blessing? Are African governments and their people taking enough responsibility in shaping their futures or are they too reliant on outside influences? If you would like to comment on any of the issues that our programme has raised then please send us your views using the form below.