AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoCurrency & Banking: Liberia’s House has approved the Central Bank of Liberia to print up to L$79B to replace deteriorated notes and ease cash shortages, with the CBL saying it’s a currency replacement and liquidity management move. Counterfeit Medicines: LMHRA seized counterfeit and substandard drugs worth about L$400,000 in Bong County, warning that weak testing and visual checks still let fake products reach patients. Energy Access: Liberia reported 86% renewable electricity generation and progress on household connections under Mission-300, while noting delays in policy approvals and financing. Blue Economy & Fisheries Media: NaFAA launched an Open Media House and a Fisheries Call Center, aiming to boost transparency and investment in fisheries. Packaging & Local Industry: LSEZA signed a contract for a Liberia Packaging Solutions Center to help SMEs with filling, labeling, and packaging. Extractives Transparency: LEITI’s MSG endorsed a roadmap for producing the next EITI reports, focusing on anti-corruption, energy transition, and beneficial ownership. Road Infrastructure: Boakai submitted a US$30M BADEA financing agreement for the Salayea–Konia Road. Public Health Crisis: Protests continue over Phebe Hospital’s disruption as health workers stay on strike. Drug Case in Courts: Paul King’s alleged US$19M cocaine shipment case continues in a preliminary hearing at Roberts International Airport. Governance & Integrity: A national dialogue pushed for stronger anti-corruption and accountability systems to improve service delivery. IP Reform: Liberia highlighted intellectual property reforms at WIPO assemblies to support entrepreneurs and creators. Security Industry CSR: Alvina Security Services won a top security award and announced a humanitarian feeding initiative for visually impaired people. Diplomacy & Trade: Erdoğan met Boakai in Istanbul to discuss trade potential and cooperation in defense, security, education, and transport.
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