AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoIllegal Mining Crackdown: President Boakai orders joint security forces to move against illegal miners in Gbarpolu County, citing water pollution, weak lawful governance, and rising community tensions. Oil Sector Governance: The Senate moves to avert an oil-sector crisis after a jurisdictional dispute between LPRA and NOCAL over whether foreign firms got the right licenses before reconnaissance activities. Telecom Transparency: A growing controversy surrounds Numtel JV Numbase LLC, with critics questioning transparency, beneficial ownership, and whether approvals bypassed legislative intent. Trade & Industry Boost: Liberia’s exports to China jump more than 30-fold in early 2026 under China’s zero-tariff policy, while exports to India rise over 120% in 2025/26, led by palm kernel oil and natural rubber. Energy Access: A World Bank-backed West Africa power programme reports electricity access for over 3 million people and more cross-border trade via 4,000+ km of transmission lines. Local Governance Push: Liberia hosts an international roundtable on local governance and rural development June 7–13 to strengthen empowered county institutions. Education Affordability: Salvation Army Polytechnic University cuts tuition by 50%, lowering credit-hour fees for health, agriculture, engineering and other colleges. Health & Safety: Liberia’s preparedness focus includes airport and border Ebola screening, while a separate nuclear safety forum in Nairobi targets stronger radiation regulation across Africa.
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