AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoECOWAS at 50: Nigeria’s Defence Minister Christopher Musa reignited debate over who “saved” Liberia and Sierra Leone, arguing ECOMOG’s African troops—not outside powers—were decisive, as ECOWAS honoured former commanders and journalists. Maritime decarbonisation: Ahead of IMO talks in London (Sept 1–4), governments remain split on the Net-Zero Framework, with carbon pricing and implementation rules at the centre of the fight over how shipping should cut emissions. Liberia oil & gas push: The Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority opened prequalification for the 2026 Direct Negotiation Petroleum Licensing Round, seeking offshore-exploration-ready investors; prequalification lasts five years. Finance for business: The Central Bank of Liberia launched an Enhanced Collateral Registry to expand secured lending for MSMEs. Agriculture & women traders: UfarmX says it has enabled $6.8m in agricultural commerce across Liberia and other markets, while a Liberia-focused report highlights digital payments interoperability helping cross-border women traders move money safely. Health infrastructure: Bong County is advancing a regional diagnostic center to reduce reliance on Monrovia for specialized testing. Justice & forestry: Liberia’s Supreme Court upheld convictions tied to illegal Private Use Permits, cutting prison terms to one year each and ordering restitution. Maritime training: Liberia Maritime Authority awarded a second Chinese government scholarship for advanced maritime studies.
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