Liberian Senate passes bill granting autonomous status to three ports

The Plenary of the Liberian Senate has taken a major step toward boosting economic growth by voting to grant autonomous authority to seaports in three of Liberia’s counties: Greenville, Harper, and Buchanan.

This groundbreaking decision, led by Senate Pro Tempore Nyonblee Karnga-Lawrence, was reached during yesterday’s session.

According to Karnga-Lawrence, the move sets the stage for these ports to transition into full county-based operations, pending concurrence from the House of Representatives.

If approved by the Lower House of the 55th National Legislature, this initiative will:

• Expand port capacity through critical projects like dredging,

• Enhance port operations in Sinoe, Maryland, and Grand Bassa Counties,

• Increase local revenue and employment opportunities, etc.