After a 12-year hiatus, NOC’s Ras Lanuf exports first 6,000 tons shipment of ‘four carbon mixture’ to China
Libya’s state National Oil Corporation (NOC) announced Wednesday that its subsidiary, Ras Lanuf Company, exported from its ethylene plant its first shipment of ‘carbon-four mixture’. The shipment of 6,000 tons, destined to China, is the first after a 12-year hiatus. The NOC said the export shipment enhances Libya’s position among the petrochemical exporting countries in the world and contributes to the advancement of the national economy.
Source:Libya Today
December 08, 2023 12:39 UTC
Libya’s Derna flood response cost lives – independent investigation needed: HRW
An independent inquiry is needed to review failings in the Libyan authorities’ management of catastrophic flooding in eastern Libya in September 2023, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said in a report published Wednesday. Libya’s general prosecutor announced an investigation and Libyan authorities pledged to compensate affected communities and rebuild. Storm Daniel reached Libya on September 9, causing severe flooding the next day after two dams upstream from Derna collapsed. Schools were also affected, and a number of them in Derna continue to host displaced families, according to the UN. At 1:12 a.m., the Water Resources Ministry reassured residents under curfew that all dams in Derna had been inspected and were in good condition.
Source:Libya Today
December 08, 2023 12:38 UTC
Tactical exercise launched in Libya in presence of 5+5 Defense Initiative delegation
The tactical exercise “Desert Warriors” began Wednesday in Washtata - south of the city of Tarhouna - with the participation of a number of army units affiliated with the General Staff in Tripoli, and the presence of representatives of the member states of the 5+5 Defense Initiative, according to what was announced by Brigade 444 of the General Staff in Tripoli. The Libyan Army units that participated in implementing the activities of the tactical exercise that simulated combating terrorism were Brigade 444, the Chief of Staff of the Ground Forces, the Counter-Terrorism Force, the Special Forces Department, the Military Engineering Department, and the Intelligence Department, according to the media office of the West Coast Military Zone. Brigade 444 said that the tactical exercise came within the framework of joint cooperation between the member states of 5+5 Defense Initiative in the framework of raising the fighting spirit of the Libyan army units. The tactical exercise activities were attended by military delegations representing five European countries: France, Malta, Italy, Spain and Portugal, in addition to representatives of the Maghreb countries: Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Mauritania. The activities were also attended by Assistant Chief of General Staff Salah Al-Namroush, among other military officers.
Source:Libya Observer
December 08, 2023 04:50 UTC
Bathily urges Libyan political leaders to pave the way for elections
The UN envoy to Libya Abdoulaye Bathily said on X platform that a part of his ongoing consultations with a wide range of Libyan constituencies, and in parallel with his efforts to bring the major political stakeholders together, he met with members of the High National Council for Libyan Women. Bathily added that the participants deplored the lack of women’s representation at all levels and called for meaningful political participation, saying that they had also welcomed his call for a dialogue between the main actors and promised to share a written contribution on the way to end the political stalemate. Bathily said he had urged the political leaders to create enabling conditions for Libyans to elect legitimate and accountable institutions, stressing that he had reiterated his call on Libyan leaders to come to alignment with the people's attachment to unity and desire for peace and stability. Bathily extended on November 23 invitations to key Libyan institutional stakeholders to attend a meeting in the coming period to reach a settlement on the politically contested issues pertaining to the implementation of the electoral process. UNSMIL said in a statement that Bathily had requested the institutional stakeholders to designate representatives to participate in a preparatory meeting, adding that the designated representatives of the Presidential Council, House of Representatives, High Council of State, Government of National Unity and the General Command of the “Libyan National Army” would discuss the date, venue, and agenda of the meeting of their principals.
Source:Libya Observer
December 07, 2023 22:53 UTC
Libyan National Oil Company Unveils 'Think Tomorrow' Sustainability Strategy At COP28
(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) Libyan National Oil Company Unveils 'Think Tomorrow' Sustainability Strategy at COP28The Libyan National Oil Corporation (LNOC) proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking sustainability strategy, 'Think Tomorrow,' marking a pivotal moment in the company's commitment to sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and diversified energy sources in Libya. Addressing Waste Oil and Water SustainablyLNOC takes an active role in remediating waste oil and water in Libya, forging partnerships with recovery and sustainable energy companies. Additionally, LNOC aims for swift integration through initiatives promoting energy efficiency, advocating for increased adoption of renewable energy, and establishing investor programs. Sustainable Agricultural InitiativesAs part of LNOC's environmental commitment, the corporation plans to plant one million trees between 2023 and 2025. The Libyan National Oil Corporation (LNOC) stands unwaveringly dedicated to responsible business practices, upholding the most stringent international standards of ESG principles.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 18:42 UTC
Dbeibeh talks economic cooperation with Russian ambassador
Libyan Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, met with the Russian ambassador to Libya, Aydar Aganin, in Tripoli today for talks on economic cooperation. According to a statement by Dbeibeh’s media office, the Russian ambassador “confirmed the return of the Russian embassy to operate in Tripoli with all its staff”, and also underlined “Russia’s desire for economic and academic cooperation between the public and private sectors of the two countries”. The ambassador expressed his support for “the efforts of the UN envoy to Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, to hold elections according to fair laws”.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 16:30 UTC
Concert films bring the next visual evolution for rental LED displays
The movie industry received assistance from an unlikely source in 2023, with a significant box-office boost coming from the music industry. Concert films dominated much of the theater fare, especially during the latter part of the year. The tally secures the film's place as the highest-grossing concert movie ever made. With concert films likely to become a key part of documenting the musical experience, filmmakers want to ensure the event is captured in all its detail. The increasing use of LED displays in concert performances adds a stunning new component to concert visuals, but when it comes to filming those performances the use of LED displays can present a challenge.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 15:42 UTC
Greece, Turkey vow to work on improving relations
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Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 14:24 UTC
Libya to Increase Crude Production by 100,000 bpd in 2024
Libya’s state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced plans to increase oil production by 100,000 barrels per day (bpd) in 2024, up from current levels of approximately 1.2 million bpd. The increase aligns with the country’s efforts to produce two million bpd in the next two to five years. The NOC announced that it is on track to meet this target, with two bidding rounds on the cards for next year. NOC Chairman, Farhat Bengdara, stated during the COP28 summit earlier this week: “We see a lot of interest. I can’t name names, but American companies, European companies and companies from the far East [are interested].”Bengdara added that the production target positions the country to be able to replace crude supplies that it imports from other parts of the world.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 13:20 UTC
Bathily Emphasizes the Importance of Political Participation for Libyan Women
The UN envoy to Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, met with a delegation from the “High National Council for Libyan Women,” as part of the consultations he is conducting with a number of components of Libyan society, in addition to what he described as his quest to bridge the gap between political rivals in order to reach a political solution. “As part of my ongoing consultations with a wide range of Libyan constituencies, and in parallel with my efforts to bring the major political stakeholders together, I met today with members of the High National Council for Libyan Women, led by Mrs. Laila Sawesi,” Bathily tweeted on Wednesday. “The participants deplored the lack of women’s representation at all levels and called for meaningful political participation. They also welcomed my call for a dialogue between the main actors and promised to share a written contribution on the way to end the political stalemate,” he added. “I urged the political leaders to create enabling conditions for Libyans to elect legitimate and accountable institutions.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 13:07 UTC
Union of Chambers and Agricultural Investment Authority develop strategy for agricultural investment
The President of the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture, Mohamed Al-Raied, held a meeting Sunday with the President of the Agricultural and Livestock Projects Development and Investment Authority, Ahmed Abu Zaid. Need to develop an agricultural investment strategyAt the end of the meeting, it was agreed that a strategy for agricultural investment in Libya needed to be developed. This strategy would be based on the exchange of ideas, scientific expertise, technical and administrative consultations. Need for international collaborationIt was also decided that the Agricultural Investment Authority needed to be linked with other countries to open areas of investment and marketing with countries around the world. This policy includes the reactivation of the state agricultural projects, most of which lie in the south, after neglect as a result of the disintegration of the state post the 2011 revolution that overthrew the Qaddafi regime.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 13:03 UTC
Three gang members imprisoned for attempted fake cheque LD 40 million fraud at Jumhuria bank
The Attorney General’s Office announced on Wednesday that three members of a gang were arrested, pending trial, accused of attempting to defraud Jumhuria bank of LD 40 million. The gang had conspired to use fake cheques in its attempt to defraud a public company, but did not complete their criminal endeavour. Other members of the gang are being pursued. The Attorney General’s Office also confirmed that after initial questioning, members of the Tripoli Tower Jumhuria bank branch were released without charge.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 13:02 UTC
Libya Akwantuo: You will die in the desert if you mistakenly fall off their transport cars
- Advertisement -A Ghanaian man now based in Italy has shared his experience in the Libyan desert in search of greener pastures in Europe. According to the man identified as Tony Owusu, he left Ghana in 2014 in a bid to search for greener pastures outside the country and decided to visit Libya. Despite having a passport, the connection man got him fake papers so he could travel in trucks loaded with goods and that could get him to his destination. He continued that the journey by road to Libya wasn’t easy as they were met with various challenges including a shortage of food and water, as well as, the scorching heat from the sun. Watch the video below:He added that he had never seen good drivers like the ones in the desert helping people to enter Libya.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 11:15 UTC
Turkey's Erdogan in Athens in 'new chapter' bid
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Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 05:26 UTC
UNESCO recognises Garba as humanity’s cultural heritage
UNESCO recognises Garba as humanity’s cultural heritage“Over the decades Garba has been an integral, multivalent component of Gujarati culture in India and among the Indian diaspora across the globe”, it said. UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage took the decision on Wednesday at its meeting in Kasane, Botswana to inscribe Garba on its ICHH list. “Intangible cultural heritage is an important factor in maintaining cultural diversity in the face of growing globalisation” and an understanding of it from different communities helps intercultural dialogue and mutual respect for other ways of life, UNESCO said. Garba is performed during nine days of the Navaratri festival that is dedicated to the worship of the feminine energy or Shakti, UNESCO said. The “visual expressions of this feminine energy are expressed through the Garba dance”, it added.
Source:Libya Today
December 07, 2023 04:13 UTC