By: Kruah Thompson
Monrovia, July 4, 2025: Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung has launched a brand new nighttime crusing program and commissioned fashionable gear on the Free Port of Monrovia to reinforce port companies and increase commerce in Liberia.
The occasion, held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Monrovia, is a part of a joint mission by the Nationwide Port Authority (NPA) and APM-Terminals to improve port operations and permit the Freeport to work 24 hours a day.
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., was anticipated to attend the launch however couldn’t make it as a result of a busy schedule. VP Koung represented the federal government and formally launched this system.
Talking on the Ministry of Info’s common press briefing on the identical day of the launch, Info Minister Jerolinmek Mathew Piah known as the transfer a “historic step” that can enhance the nation’s capacity to compete in commerce.
“It is a new starting for the Freeport of Monrovia,” Minister Piah mentioned. “With these fashionable machines and new nighttime companies, we’re working to satisfy worldwide requirements and develop our economic system.”
The brand new gear will assist deal with cargo quicker, enhance security, and assist commerce development.
It additionally demonstrates Liberia’s dedication to bettering infrastructure and improvement via sturdy partnerships, such because the one with APM-Terminals.
I’m one other improvement data Minister, Piah, mentioned the federal government is making modifications on the Roberts Worldwide Airport (RIA) to enhance effectivity.
He says the modifications embrace retiring workers who’re over the retirement age restrict or not wanted, in accordance with labor and civil service guidelines.
“We’re cleansing as much as make the airport run higher,” he mentioned.
Lastly, Minister Piah mentioned the federal government has signed a brand new settlement to assist the Belongings Restoration Taskforce, led by Cllr. Edwin Kla Martin.
The settlement permits practically 20 authorities businesses to share data, facilitating the restoration of stolen property and combating corruption.
“That is about making authorities extra clear and accountable,” Piah concluded.
