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Last update: 9 hours agoIndia-Africa Diplomacy: India will host the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit and the inaugural International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi from May 29–June 1, with IAFS-IV set for May 31 under “IA SPIRIT,” spotlighting trade, digital infrastructure, AI, climate action, and education. Rice Subsidy Probe: Former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah Jr. has been summoned by AREPT over allegations tied to a US$20.5m rice subsidy fund (Sep 2021–Oct 2022). Food Security Shock: Elephants destroyed cassava, plantain, rice and other crops in Laar Town, Porkpa District, Grand Cape Mount, raising fresh hunger fears ahead of the rainy season. Vocational Push: LOIC Bong County is graduating 223 students today, supported by county assistance and new partnerships. Trade Friction: Lawmakers summoned LRA and Commerce over the US$225m trade compliance/Cargo Tracking Number system, alleging added costs and delays. Health Crisis: AFP reports Indian tapentadol opioids are still flooding West Africa and being mixed into “kush,” worsening Liberia’s declared emergency. Senate Oversight: The Senate opened with plans to scrutinize concession compliance and rising costs of essentials, including Bea Mountain and ArcelorMittal.
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