Judiciary Integrity: Finance Minister Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan urged new magistrates in Monrovia to resist corruption and protect the rule of law, warning one bad ruling can undo years of trust-building. TVET for Industry: House Speaker Richard Nagbe Koon pushed bigger investment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training, backing skills that match labor market needs as 359 students graduated from NVTI. Rubber Crisis: Liberia’s rubber processors face a major shutdown risk as monthly supply falls far short of demand, with lawmakers weighing the impact of the ban on exporting unprocessed rubber. Roads & Trade Logistics: The House ratified a US$30m concessional loan for the 50km Salayea–Konia Road in Lofa, aiming to improve connectivity for commerce. Construction Sector Reform: ALCC called for stronger government support, easier access to public contracts, and better payment and financing for local contractors. Telecom Oversight Questions: Concerns are rising over whether LTA can truly monitor traffic after claims of monitoring and a three-year deal with Numtel. Agro-Industrial Push: LSEZA highlighted Liberia’s agro-industrial investment opportunities at the Liberia–Nigeria Trade and Investment Forum, spotlighting the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone. Maritime Policy: House and Senate harmonized the LPRC Bill to modernize petroleum governance, setting up a clearer framework for the sector. Skills Infrastructure: The House endorsed creation of the Gharzon Vocational and Technical Institute in Grand Gedeh, targeting youth unemployment with practical training.