Liberia's Critical Rail Agreement With Guinea Remains Unused, Lawmakers Hear

A key agreement between Liberia and Guinea to jointly manage cross-border rail shipments remains inactive, a parliamentary hearing has learned. The two nations signed the pact in 2019. It created a transparent process for Guinean mining companies to use Liberia’s railway and port at Buchanan. The system requires supervision by officials from both countries. Despite the agreement, no company has yet used this framework. Lawmakers convened the hearing to examine why the deal has not been implemented. The railway is a vital trade link for both nations. Its effective use is central to regional economic growth. The continued delay means both countries are missing potential revenue and logistical benefits.