Air Cargo Security & Trade Logistics: Liberia’s House of Representatives has urged President Boakai to temporarily suspend GLS Menzies Aviation Cargo Services and Express Handling Services (EHS) at Roberts International Airport, pending the outcome of a narcotics probe tied to a reported US$19.2m cocaine seizure, raising fresh questions about cargo chain-of-custody and screening across the air freight chain. Energy for Industry: The government, via RREA, says it has installed solar power systems in 121 health and education facilities across 13 counties to cut unreliable electricity costs for public services and support digital learning and medical refrigeration. Macroeconomic Outlook: The IMF projects 5.5% growth for Liberia in 2026, pointing to iron ore production, manufacturing activity, and construction as key drivers while inflation stays relatively contained. Mining Investment Signals: Meetings around the Dugbe Gold Project highlight potential US$600m investment over three years through local procurement, contractors, training, and community development. Local Governance & Infrastructure: Gbarnga residents get a 90-day grace period to remove structures from road reserves and access roads as authorities push better urban accessibility. Water & Sanitation: NWASHC says about 34% of Liberians still practice open defecation and is accelerating reforms under a proposed Presidential WASH Compact to eliminate open defecation by 2030. Bilateral Trade & Investment: Liberia and Maryland (U.S.) sign a landmark MoU covering trade, investment, agriculture, renewable energy, education, tech, transport, and cybersecurity, with a working group to drive priority projects.