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The country operates a dual currency system, meaning those paid in Liberian dollars often need to pay for imported food or other items in US dollars - making life extremely expensive. Two financial scandals over the last few years have also shocked Liberians, leading to the US imposing sanctions on several officials, including Mr Weah's chief of staff.