Local Content & Supplier Development: Liberia’s Governance Commission validated a Draft Local Content Policy and Supplier Development Portal with partners including the World Bank, aiming to boost Liberian participation in concessions and supply chains. Energy Infrastructure: President Boakai submitted a US$57m concessional financing deal to lawmakers to expand renewable generation, strengthen grid reliability, and improve West African Power Pool interconnectivity. Extractives Accountability: A lawmaker told LEITI in Ganta that Liberia is not getting fair value from mining, citing claims that government receives only about 3% equity revenue despite large company earnings. Freeport Oversight: The House set up a committee to probe alleged unlawful fees and delays at Monrovia’s Freeport, including charges tied to Central Tracking Numbers that reportedly raise costs and cause missed shipments. Mining Update: Zodiac Gold reported trenching results at its Ben Ben North area in Liberia and moved to drill a new priority target. Trade & Industry Zones: LSEZA outlined plans for multiple special economic zones, including logistics and light manufacturing near the Freeport and an agri-processing zone for value-added exports. Revenue Momentum: Liberia’s domestic revenue hit US$636.8m by May 26, surpassing the US$600m mark early in the fiscal year. Regional Investment Push: AfDB and WEF launched an HRI Roadmap for Africa with pilots already underway in Liberia to mobilize private capital into fragile economies. Health & Risk Watch: Ebola response plans in the region remain in focus as the DRC outbreak spreads and legal challenges affect quarantine arrangements.