Drug Enforcement & Logistics: Liberia’s Joint National Security Investigation Team has charged Philip Yeoh Jr. over a US$19.2 million cocaine case tied to Roberts International Airport cargo shipments, alleging he coordinated efforts after six boxes were intercepted. Court Proceedings: In the preliminary hearing, prosecutors said Paul J. King coordinated the shipment, with UNODC testing kits confirming cocaine and the case value put at more than US$19 million. Currency & Payments: The House of Representatives approved the Central Bank of Liberia’s plan to print up to L$79 billion to replace mutilated banknotes and ease cash shortages, with sequencing left to the CBL. Public Health & Compliance: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard medicines worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, warning that weak testing systems still let fake drugs reach patients. Energy Access: Liberia reported 86% renewable generation and progress under Mission-300, while noting delays and financing gaps for new power and electrification projects. Extractives Transparency: LEITI’s Multi-Stakeholder Group reviewed plans for the 17th and 18th EITI reports, focusing on anti-corruption, the energy transition, and beneficial ownership disclosures. Infrastructure & Industry: Boakai submitted a US$30 million BADEA financing agreement for the Salayea–Konia Road Project to boost trade and the northern corridor economy. Mining Skills Pipeline: Nimba University’s low engineering and geo-sciences graduate output is raising alarms for the county’s mining workforce needs.