A delegation from the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs arrived in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, yesterday to discuss arrangements for the reopening of Riyadh’s embassy, which has been closed since 2014. The Saudi delegation arrived at Mitiga Airport and was headed by the Minister Plenipotentiary and Deputy Director General of the General Administration for Arab and African Countries Affairs, Abdullah Bin Fahd Al-Shammari. The Saudi delegation was received by the Director of the Administrative and Financial Affairs Department, Rashid Abu Ghafah, and Director of the Arab Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Khalifa Al-Qaidi, according to a statement by the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Al-Qaidi affirmed the depth of the bilateral relations between the two countries, and the keenness of the Government of National Unity to strengthen the relations and push them to broader horizons in order to achieve common interests between them. In May 2014, Saudi Arabia closed its embassy and consulate in Tripoli and evacuated its diplomatic mission as a result of the security conditions in the country.

The Netherlands officially opened ‘‘a new workspace’’ at its embassy in Tajura, Tripoli today. Many are unaware of their presence in this high-security compound shared by the EU and the German embassy. Having, like many other states, left their embassy, in their case in 2014, the Dutch relocated here in 2017. The Dutch embassy said their renewed presence reflects a commitment to promoting peace and stability in Libya. This expansion enhances our diplomatic relations and cooperation.’’A new Dutch ambassador will take over duties this week.

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Libyan Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush arrived in Oman on Sunday evening for a two-day visit, according to a statement by the Omani foreign ministry. On Monday, Mangoush held talks with Sultan Mohammed Al Nu’amani, Minister of the Royal Office, according to a report by the Times of Oman. During the meeting, Mangoush reportedly “expressed her appreciation for the march of relations between Oman and Libya,” as per Times of Oman. “She also lauded the efforts and roles of the Sultanate of Oman in tackling regional and international issues. Moreover, she valued Oman’s backing of efforts to establish peace.”

LONDON, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Ali Mohammed Hassen (Dr. Ali), CEO of sovereign wealth fund the Libyan Investment Authority (LIA), has successfully challenged an INTERPOL Red Notice. The withdrawal of the INTERPOL Red Notice is a major vindication of Dr. Ali’s position. Consequently, the INTERPOL Commission ruled that the retention of data concerning Dr. Ali by the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) of Belgium was not compliant with INTERPOL’s rules and ordered the deletion of the Red Notice and its wider dissemination. Mr Kalilou Fadiga, Principal Solicitor to Dr. Ali in this case, said: “This is a major victory for the LIA and Dr. Ali. The Red Notice was simply one part of this campaign to seize LIA funds inappropriately instead of resolving the dispute through the proper legal channels.

Libyan security forces said Sunday they had deployed in Zawiya after battles between armed groups in the western city left three people dead including two civilians, according to medics. “We have deployed on the instructions of the supreme military authorities in the zones of combat, and succeeded thanks to mediation efforts by tribal leaders and city elders to halt the fighting,” General Akram Douwa told AFP. Rival factions in Zawiya, west of the capital Tripoli, have been fighting on and off for weeks. Local medics reported two civilians and one militiaman were killed in clashes overnight into Friday, adding that two other civilians were wounded. More than a decade of violence in Libya since a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed strongman Moamer Kadhafi in 2011 has seen armed groups fighting for power and influence with impunity.

ZAWIYA, Libya: Libyan security forces said Sunday they had deployed in Zawiya after battles between armed groups in the western city left three people dead including two civilians, according to medics. Rival factions in Zawiya, west of the capital Tripoli, have been fighting on and off for weeks. Local medics reported two civilians and one militiaman were killed in clashes overnight into Friday, adding that two other civilians were wounded. More than a decade of violence in Libya since a NATO-backed uprising that toppled and killed strongman Moamer Kadhafi in 2011 has seen armed groups fighting for power and influence with impunity. Following one violent bout in Zawiya in April, residents who have been caught in the crossfire took to the streets to protest.

The state National Oil Corporation (NOC) reported Friday that its subsidiary, the Ras Lanuf Oil and Gas Company, started operating its ethylene plant after a hiatus of more than ten years. The restart was achieved using only Libyan cadres, the NOC said. Commenting on the restart, NOC chairman Farhat Bengdara said “With great effort, determination, and by Libyans, the maintenance of the units of the Ras Lanuf industrial complex has been completed. Through this step, the Ras Lanuf Oil and Gas Processing Company has reached an advanced stage in the plan to restart the industrial complex, which started in 2019, the NOC reported. Operation of industrial processing mixers at Ras Lanuf Oil and Gas processing complex (libyaherald.com)National Oil Corporation seeks to restart Ras Lanuf complex at full capacity (libyaherald.com)Ras Lanuf restarts its polyethylene plant after hiatus of nearly a year and a half (libyaherald.com)Ras Lanuf tests ethylene plant incinerator and waste gas burner as part of its complex’s reopening plan | (libyaherald.com)NOC plans to transform Ras Lanuf into Libya’s first ‘Smart City’ | (libyaherald.com)Ras Lanuf releases first batch of polyethylene to Libyan market | (libyaherald.com)Plastic production line resumes at Ras Lanuf | (libyaherald.com)Ras Lanuf restarts polyethylene production | (libyaherald.com)First shipment of ethylene gas arrives at Ras Lanuf port to restart ethylene production | (libyaherald.com)NOC’s Ras Lanuf polyethylene plant progressing towards April opening | (libyaherald.com)NOC to restart ethylene and polyethylene production at Ras Lanuf complex | (libyaherald.com)

QNADoha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Sunday at the Amiri Diwan with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Libya HE Najla El Mangoush, who is visiting the country. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral cooperation relations between the two countries, and the developments in the situation in Libya - especially the preparation for the elections, in addition to several regional and international issues of common concern.

Libyan Foreign Minister Najlaa Mangoush arrived in Doha today where she met with her Qatari counterpart, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. According to a statement by the Libyan foreign ministry, the two diplomats discussed bilateral relations between the two countries, coordination and support for Arab efforts aimed at a final ceasefire in Sudan.

A delegation from the Tripoli-based Libyan Government of National Unity attended the inauguration of the BlueMed submarine cable in Palermo, Italy, linking communications between the European and African continents. The delegation was headed by the Minister of State for Communication and Political Affairs, Walid Al-Lafi, representing the government, along with the chairman and several members of the board of directors of the Libyan Post, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Holding Company (LPTIC). The project is being implemented by the Italian company Sparkel, one of the world’s largest companies in the field of submarine cables, data centres and information transmission, and a major provider of the Internet and international call exchange services.

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How Sudan crisis casts long shadow over LibyaHafed Al-GhwellShort Url https://arab.news/bd758As crisis grips a Sudan strangled by years of political instability, economic hardship and widespread unrest, neighboring countries such as Libya could become casualties of Sudan’s rapid deterioration. The influx of migrants could exacerbate tensions between various factions in Libya, further escalating the country’s political crisis. Hafed Al-GhwellMoreover, escalations in Sudan endanger plans to repatriate Sudanese mercenaries from Libya, further complicating Libya’s already tenuous political situation. The continuing uncertainty in Libya, exacerbated by Sudan’s deepening conflict, threatens to prolong Libya’s political transition and intensify security risks. In conclusion, the crisis in Sudan poses a significant risk to Libya’s efforts to overcome its political crisis.

The Ministry of Investment of the eastern-based and House of Representatives recognised ‘‘Libyan Government’’ led by Fathi Bashagha signed a cooperation agreement to implement investment projects with the BFI Co. Consortium, the China Railways International Group Company (CRI – a subsidiary of China Railway Group Ltd – CREC), and the British Arup International Engineering Company. The agreement entails the implementation of reconstruction projects in Libyan cities, in the fields of roads, transportation and hospitals. A source at the Tripoli-based Libyan Railways told Libya Herald that the agreement is a unilateral agreement signed between the commercial parties and the Bashagha government. It has nothing to do with Libyan Railways or the Tripoli-based Aldabaiba government. It is also not receiving any funding from any Tripoli entity.

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