Australia to Boost Investments in Liberia’s Agric, Mining Sectors

An Australian delegation led by the Prime Minister’s special envoy, Ms Joanna Hewitt, has disclosed plans by her governmcrushing machine suppliers in south africaent to assist Liberia in the areas of agriculture and mining.

Ms. Hewitt, on her first visit to Liberia, made the disclosure recently when she held talks with Vice President Joseph Boakai at his Capitol Building office. “Australia is concentrating on areas where its economic profile matches Africa’s potentialities and priorities, especially in agriculture and mining,” she said. “Australia is willing to share its expertise and experience in research and technology to boost agriculture production and mining in Liberia.” She mentioned the already growing number of Australian companies, including BHP Billiton which is actively pursuing exploration activities in iron ore and gold. Accompanied by Australia’s Ambassador to Liberia, Mr William (Billy) Williams, Ms. Hewitt told Vice President Boakai that the Australian Government was impressed with Liberia’s growth and...