AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRubber Industry: The Rubber Planters Association of Liberia backs President Boakai’s Executive Order No. 166, which bans the export of unprocessed natural rubber from July 1, pushing value-add processing locally. Mining Reform: The Ministry of Mines and Energy urges urgent amendments to Liberia’s mining laws as lawmakers hold hearings over illicit mechanized mining, smuggling, and weak enforcement. Anti-Corruption Court: The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission and OWECC endorse a specialized National Anti-Corruption Court to speed up cases and curb impunity. Capitol Arson Trial: Liberia’s Supreme Court withholds a ruling in the Capitol Building arson trial jury dispute, potentially delaying proceedings. Drug Probe Pressure: Senators demand arrests in the US$19.2M cocaine case at Roberts International Airport, with Joint Security saying Liberia is being used as a transit route. Fuel Security: Boakai approves LPRC’s plan for a 50,000-metric-ton petroleum storage facility to strengthen strategic reserves. Education Support: LPRC and LACE sign a US$165K deal for a student center at G. Gedeh University, while Maersk Liberia donates five 20ft containers to Margibi University. Democracy Funding: Government and partners review progress on the Liberia Electoral Support Project ahead of 2029 voter registration plans.
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