AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaritime Decarbonisation Push: Ahead of IMO talks, the Clean Shipping Coalition urged member states to back the Net-Zero Framework, warning that “alternative proposals” could slow the shipping transition and raise costs. Shipping Carbon Pricing Debate: A separate report says MEPC 85 is set to decide on competing global carbon price options for international shipping, with concerns about freight impacts and complex implementation. Liberia Forestry Accountability: Liberia’s Supreme Court upheld convictions in a US$6m forestry fraud case, affirming one-year sentences and US$10,000 fines for former FDA and lands officials. Extractives Transparency: LEITI and GIZ renewed cooperation to strengthen extractive sector transparency and capacity under the EITI standard. Roads & Logistics Pressure (Regional): World Bank warned Ghana’s unreliable, costly connectivity and weak transport systems are holding back growth—an issue that also matters for Liberia’s trade and supply chains. Yellow Machines Workforce: Liberia’s Yellow Machine Program moved into operator recruitment and practical testing, shifting focus from buying equipment to building maintenance and skills. Food Cost Risk (Regional): Rising fares on the Ganta–Monrovia route are already squeezing traders and could push up food prices. Drug Probe Credibility: Experts renewed calls for an independent investigation into Liberia’s drug crisis, warning against perceived self-investigation.
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