Libya
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Libya clamps down on currency smuggling with new import restrictions
Libya's Ministry of Economy and Trade has imposed sweeping new controls on commercial imports, aiming to halt the outflow of hard currency through fraudulent letters of credit and under-invoiced shipments. The ban on informal imports takes effect September 30.
Libya arrests sabotage cell after drone strikes hit key energy sites
Libya's UN-backed government says it has dismantled a sabotage cell accused of orchestrating a wave of drone attacks on vital oil and electricity infrastructure in Zawiya and Tripoli, arresting five suspects and warning of a broader plot targeting the country's energy sector.
Libyan Government Uncovers Coordinated Drone Plot Against Energy Infrastructure
Libya's Tripoli-based government has dismantled a sabotage cell behind suicide-drone attacks on oil and power facilities, exposing a coordinated campaign targeting the country's critical energy infrastructure during a period of acute service pressure.
Spanish and Libyan Chambers Drive Direct Business Engagement in Tripoli
Spanish and Libyan business leaders are accelerating commercial ties with a multisector mission in Tripoli, leveraging direct air connectivity and targeted B2B meetings to unlock new trade and investment opportunities across food, tobacco, and electrical sectors.
Harouge Oil Operations lifts output with new Amal Field well
Harouge Oil Operations has brought its B79A replacement well online at the Amal Field in Libya, adding 2000 barrels per day to production as part of a targeted 2026 capacity expansion. The move signals renewed momentum in Libya's oil sector.
US Business Delegation Defies Travel Warning to Pursue Libya Projects
American executives landed in Benghazi for the Libyan-American Development and Reconstruction Forum, pushing for concrete partnerships and project launches even as the US State Department maintains its highest-level travel warning for Libya.
Libyan Health Union Warns of Talent Exodus Over Foreign Recruitment
The Health Sector Movement Union has escalated its protest against the Tripoli government's decision to hire 200 Syrian medical professionals on high US dollar salaries, warning this move could accelerate the loss of Libyan healthcare talent and further destabilize the sector.
Emergency Security Response at Janzour Fuel Depot After Drone Remnants Found
Libya's Janzour Fuel Depot has entered a state of emergency after suspected drone-related fibre-optic remnants were discovered on site. Security has been reinforced and special forces deployed, raising concerns over the vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure.
Benghazi University returns as Libya reopens flagship campus
Benghazi University has reopened after a major reconstruction led by the Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund, marking a rare institutional revival in a city scarred by years of conflict and war-related destruction.
Zawia Power Station Restores Power to Libya After Months of Blackouts
Libya's Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant has reconnected its third unit, adding 150 MW to the national grid after months of delays caused by armed attacks and technical setbacks. The move comes amid severe blackouts, public unrest, and sweeping changes at GECOL's leadership.
Japanese Parliamentary Delegation eyes Libya visit for energy summit
Japan's Libyan-Japanese Parliamentary Friendship Association is weighing a visit to Libya to coincide with the Libya Energy and Economic Summit in January 2027, signaling renewed Japanese interest in Libya's energy and economic sectors.
Libya and South Korea set date for economic forum in Tripoli
Libya and South Korea have locked in 28 September 2026 for a major economic cooperation forum in Tripoli, with officials now pushing for visa exemptions and direct business meetings to accelerate investment and trade between the two countries.
Libya's National Oil Corporation Drains Fuel Tanks After Drone Strike
A drone attack on the National Oil Corporation's Brega Airport Road Fuel Depot has forced emergency measures, with fuel tanks being emptied to prevent disaster. The incident exposes the acute vulnerability of Libya's energy infrastructure.
Libya's E-Payment Surge: LD 765 Billion in Digital Transactions Reshapes Banking
Libya's banking sector processed nearly LD 765 billion in electronic payments in just eight months of 2026, as the Central Bank pushes for digital transformation and tighter oversight amid liquidity and currency access challenges.
Libya Closes 490 Petrol Stations in Crackdown on Fuel Smuggling
Libya's Interior Ministry has shuttered nearly 500 petrol stations accused of fueling the black market, as the government scrambles to contain a deepening fuel crisis that has left citizens facing long queues and soaring diesel prices.
Drone Crash at Tripoli Fuel Depot Raises Security Fears, No Disruption
A drone crashed near Tripoli's Airport Road Fuel Depot, narrowly missing fuel tanks and causing no injuries or fire. The incident follows recent drone attacks on Zawia's oil infrastructure, intensifying concerns over the security of Libya's critical energy assets.
Libya Secures Japanese Health Technology and Training in Landmark Deal
Libya has signed its first health sector cooperation memorandum with Japan, unlocking access to advanced Japanese medical technology, training, and institutional expertise. The agreement signals a strategic push to modernize Libya's struggling healthcare system through international partnerships.
Tripoli Chamber Targets Spanish Investment Surge with B2B Push
Libya's Tripoli Chamber of Commerce is set to host targeted B2B meetings with Spanish firms, aiming to unlock new investment in food, cleaning, tobacco, and electrical sectors-signaling a calculated move to diversify Libya's economic partnerships.
Tripoli International Airport Opening Pushed to Late 2026 After Years of Secrecy
Libya's Ministry of Transport has finally confirmed Tripoli International Airport will not open before Q4 2026, ending months of official silence and raising questions about the project's transparency and operational readiness after years of delays and restricted access.
Libya's Labour Ministry Orders Solar Panels Amid Power Crisis Fallout
Facing a summer of crippling blackouts and public unrest, Libya's Minister of Labour and Rehabilitation has mandated solar panel installations at ministry buildings, testing whether government energy directives can outpace the country's chronic grid failures.
Julyana Free Zone Nears Completion of 200,000-Ton Grain Silo Complex
A 200,000-ton grain silo project at Julyana Free Zone is set to transform food security and port logistics, with advanced Belgian equipment and new infrastructure promising a major boost to Libya's strategic reserves and job market.
Sirte Oil Restores Key Gas Turbine, Securing Power for Petrochemicals Hub
Sirte Oil and Gas Production and Processing Company has brought its Second Gas Turbine unit back online at the Petrochemicals Power Plant after a critical gearbox replacement, reinforcing electricity supply and operational stability for the industrial complex.
Libya Courts Tunisian Investors to Boost Local Building Materials Industry
Libya's Ministry of Housing and Reconstruction is seeking to accelerate domestic building materials manufacturing by leveraging Tunisian investor expertise, aiming to reduce import reliance and strengthen the country's construction sector.
Messina Line to Integrate Algeria and Libya Shipping Services in September
Messina Line will launch a new West Med Line in September, merging its Algeria and Libya routes to improve cargo transit times and strengthen shipping connectivity across the Western Mediterranean.
Saudi Companies Eye Entry into Libyan Market for Strategic Partnerships
Major Saudi companies are preparing to enter the Libyan market, with plans for bilateral meetings aimed at exploring cooperation and forming strategic partnerships. The move signals growing economic engagement between Libya and Saudi Arabia across multiple sectors.
NOC Engages US Universities to Boost Training and Streamline Deployment
Libya's National Oil Corporation has held a virtual meeting with leading US universities and the US Embassy to enhance the quality of its workforce training and simplify visa and deployment processes for technical staff.
Libyan Express to Launch Direct Flights to Malta, Rome and Milan
Libyan Express will introduce direct flights from Libya to Malta, Rome and Milan from 6 September, expanding travel options for Libyan passengers through a new partnership with Aeroitalia and 4Airways. The move aims to strengthen regional connectivity and competition.
Libyan PM Aldabaiba Welcomes 4+4 Committee Agreement as Step Toward Elections
Libyan Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba has welcomed the signing of a UNSMIL-brokered agreement by the 4+4 Mini-Dialogue Committee, calling it a key move toward ending Libya's political division and advancing national elections.
Partial Blackout Disrupts Western Libya as Grid Instability Persists
A sudden disturbance in Libya's western power grid triggered a partial blackout, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities despite recent assurances from GECOL that the worst outages were over. Investigations are underway into possible technical faults or sabotage.
Kulevi Oil Refinery Receives First Libyan Oil After Russian Supply Halt
Georgia's Kulevi oil refinery has received its first shipment of Libyan oil after halting Russian crude imports in response to EU sanctions. The move marks a shift in supply strategy, with the refinery now sourcing oil from Kazakhstan and Libya.
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