AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTrade & Exports: Liberia’s exports to China jumped more than 30-fold in early 2026 after Beijing’s zero-tariff access, with Ambassador Yin Chengwu citing over US$200m in shipments in Jan–Mar alone, driven by iron ore and rubber. Local Industry Policy: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry backed Liberia’s Local Content Policy, pushing a Monrovia validation workshop to expand local participation and keep more investment benefits inside the economy. Mining Governance: President Boakai ordered joint security forces to crack down on illegal mining in Gbarpolu, citing water pollution and threats to lawful mining governance. Oil Sector Oversight: The Senate moved to avert an oil-sector crisis after a jurisdictional dispute between LPRA and NOCAL over reconnaissance agreements, warning of risks to investor confidence. Energy & Power Integration: The World Bank said West Africa’s regional power programme has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people and built 4,000+ km of transmission lines to boost cross-border trade, including Liberia. Regional Transport Insurance: ECOWAS Brown Card marked 44 years, reinforcing cross-border road safety and movement of people, vehicles, and goods across the region. Health & Safety Tech: A regional forum in Nairobi discussed safe use of nuclear and radiation technologies in healthcare, with Liberia among participating countries. Education Access: Salvation Army Polytechnic University cut tuition by 50%, lowering credit-hour fees for health and other colleges to widen access for students.
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