AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPort & Air Cargo Oversight: Liberia’s House moves to temporarily suspend GLS Menzies Aviation Cargo Services and Express Handling Services (EHS) at Roberts International Airport, citing the US$19.2m cocaine seizure and lawmakers’ concerns about vulnerabilities in the air freight chain of custody. Energy for Industry & Services: RREA reports solar systems installed in 121 health and education facilities across 13 counties, while the World Bank approved US$60m for Sierra Leone’s distributed renewable energy—part of a regional push that also includes Liberia. Macroeconomic Outlook: The IMF projects Liberia’s economy to grow 5.5% in 2026, driven by iron ore, manufacturing, and construction, with inflation contained around 5.3%. Water & Sanitation Reform: NWASHC says about 34% of Liberians still practice open defecation and points to a Presidential WASH Compact and updated roadmap to end it by 2030. Mining Investment Signals: Meetings around the Dugbe Gold Project highlight potential US$600m investment over three years, with local procurement and workforce training. Trade & Partnerships: Liberia and Maryland sign a landmark MoU covering trade, investment, agriculture, renewable energy, transport, cybersecurity and AI. Youth & Peacebuilding: PEACEGEN Liberia launches to expand youth and women’s meaningful participation in peace processes. Governance & Environment: EPA and FDA launch a renewed national conservation agenda, while Liberia Land Authority marks completion of Sweden-funded land services reforms.
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