ECOWAS Industrial Push: Ghana’s trade minister rallied West Africa on “mine together, process together,” urging factories, standards and transport links to stop raw mineral exports and boost intra-regional trade. Cocoa & Coffee Investment: Zeno Industries says it’s ramping up Liberia’s cocoa/coffee value chain with EU Deforestation Regulation-compliant traceability, employing hundreds of workers and thousands of farmers, targeting full organic certification soon. Insurance Reform: Liberia’s House passed a bill to create an independent Insurance Commission, moving regulation from the Central Bank to a standalone regulator for licensing and supervision. Minerals Governance: Liberia’s EPA called for stronger safeguards as demand for critical minerals rises, warning that clean-energy minerals can still harm land and water without oversight. TVET for Jobs: AITB is running a national TVET capacity workshop to align skills training with labor market needs and improve licensing, quality assurance and apprenticeships. Port Growth: The National Port Authority celebrated the fastest berthing/turnaround of the largest container vessel ever at Monrovia’s Freeport, signaling improving handling capacity. Energy Access: Greenville is nearing electrification after 30+ years, with EU-funded works pushing toward reliable power for residents and businesses. Coffee Deal: JR Farms signed a 20-year, $60m concession with Liberia’s Ministry of Agriculture to expand coffee cultivation, processing and farmer training across key counties. Local Development Agenda: President Boakai renewed calls for decentralization so rural development reaches beyond Monrovia, anchored on stronger local institutions.