利比里亚《每日观察家报》1月7日报道：利比里亚国家港务局（NPA）正式入选由欧盟出资1200万欧元 支持的"SCOPE Africa"项目。该项目旨在提升西非与中非关键海运走廊的港口安全、治理及运营效率。 利比里亚凭借在西非和中非港口管理协会的积极参与而获选，其正在推进的蒙罗维亚自由港等港口改革 获得了国际认可。通过该项目，NPA将获得技术援助、安全升级和治理能力建设支持，特别是针对妇女 和青年的专业培训，以帮助该国港口符合国际标准、应对海上安全威胁并提升区域贸易竞争力。未来三 年，利比里亚将通过参与技术交流与安全审计，加速港口现代化建设，增强其在非洲大陆自由贸易区背 景下的区域海运枢纽地位。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The construction of the new terminal at Cotonou Autonomous Port, undertaken by China Harbour Engineering Company, is a significant project aimed at enhancing the port's capacity and efficiency, thereby boosting Benin's economy and regional trade [1][2]. Group 1: Project Overview - The Cotonou Autonomous Port is a crucial international trade hub in West Africa, handling over 90% of Benin's import and export goods, and is referred to as the "economic lifeline" of the country [1]. - The project includes the construction of two 100,000-ton general berths and aims to increase the port's annual cargo throughput from 20 million tons in 2024 to 25 million tons [2]. - As of June 2023, the project is 70% complete, with steady progress being made despite various challenges [2]. Group 2: Project Impact and Benefits - The new terminal will enhance navigation capabilities, increase cargo throughput, and expand service coverage, significantly contributing to the modernization of the port [2]. - The project has also provided local workers with advanced technical training, improving their skills in key construction processes such as welding and concrete work [2]. - The collaboration between Chinese and local teams has fostered a strong partnership, enhancing communication efficiency and project management [3].