AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFisheries & Blue Economy: Liberia and China reaffirmed plans to deepen cooperation in fisheries and maritime modernization after talks between NaFAA DG J. Cyrus Saygbe Sr. and China’s ambassador, with a focus on investment, technical development, and unlocking the blue economy. Agribusiness Investment: JR Farms Group signed a US$60m, 20-year coffee concession with Liberia’s Ministry of Agriculture, targeting revitalization of the coffee sector, export expansion, and large-scale jobs for farmers. Energy & Infrastructure Finance: The Government and World Bank signed US$125m financing, including US$57m for renewable power and grid upgrades under RESPITE, with Mount Coffee upgrades and more solar plus battery storage. Local Governance: President Boakai pushed a decentralization and rural development agenda, urging development beyond Monrovia through stronger local institutions. Anti-Corruption & Regulation: Boakai reinstated LACRA DG Christopher Sankolo after LACC clearance, ending months of uncertainty. Transport & Roads: Public Works imposed a rainy-season moratorium on heavy-duty trucks over 25 tons on key unpaved corridors to protect infrastructure. Maritime Security: LDEA seized US$19.2m cocaine at Roberts International Airport, warning Liberia is not a transit hub. Business Support: LIPO and UNIDO ran a Bong County clinic to help SMEs strengthen IP protection and business management. Environment & Transport: EPA and UN partners validated a cleaner fuels and vehicle strategy workshop, tied to Liberia’s environmental sustainability agenda.
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