Bosnian-Libyan Partnership Day (20 to 24 May) launched in Sarajevo
The activities of the 2nd edition of the Bosnian-Libyan Partnership Day (20 to 24 May) were launched in the Bosnian capital, Sarajevo, Monday, the Libyan Iron and Steel Company (LISCO) reported. The event is held in cooperation with the Bosnian Foreign Chamber of Commerce and International University of Sarajevo. He also reviewed the company’s capabilities, which can be relied upon to increase the volume of exports and trade exchange between the two countries. This even comes within the framework of promoting LISCO’s exports to the east of the European continent, and increasing trade between the two countries in various fields. Bosnian-Libyan Partnership Day: Sarajevo – 20 to 24 May (libyaherald.com)In Sarajevo, Misrata Chamber signs agreement with Sarajevo Chamber of Commerce (libyaherald.com)Updated: Misrata Chamber to lead delegation to Sarajevo Business Forum, Halal Fair 17 to 19 May (libyaherald.com)ESDF follows up on planned pharmaceutical production in Libya through its investment in Bosnia’s Bosnalijek (libyaherald.com)ESDF to reactivate medicine production within Libya through its Bosnian Bosnalijek pharmaceutical investment | (libyaherald.com)Bosnian embassy in Tripoli reopens and resumes issuing of visas | (libyaherald.com)GNA urges Bosnian firms to return | (libyaherald.com)
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 10:44 UTC
Greek prosecutor recommends dismissing charges in migrant shipwreck case
Outside the courthouse, a small group of protesters clashed with riot police as the proceedings got underway. The protesters could be heard inside the packed courtroom as presiding judge Eftichia Kontaratou read out the names of the nine defendants. Defense lawyer Spyros Pantazis earlier asked the court to declare itself incompetent to try the case, arguing that the sinking occurred outside Greek territorial waters. Lawyers from Greek human rights groups are representing the nine Egyptians, who deny the smuggling charges. Authorities say the defendants were identified by other survivors and the indictments are based on their testimonies.
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 09:48 UTC
The Libya International Conference on Industry and Technology, 20 to 21 May, kicks off
The activities of the Libya International Conference on Industry and Technology kicked off in Tripoli yesterday (20 to 21 May) under the slogan ‘‘Prospects for Investment, Partnership and Technology Transfer in Industry’’ . The conference aims to discuss prospects for investment, partnership and technology transfer to the industrial sector and the development of the public and private industrial sector in Libya. The opening ceremony was attended by the Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister, Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba, the Minister of Industry and Minerals, Ahmed Abuhisa, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals for Production Affairs, Industrial Zones and General Affairs, Mustafa Al-Samo, the Deputy Minister of Industry of Turkey, Oruç Baba Inan, and several diplomatic representatives.Need for public and private banking to play their roleIn his opening speech, PM Aldabaiba stressed the need for the public and private banking sector to play its role in supporting the industrial sector in all its fields according to a plan that contributes to the localisation of industry.The Prime Minister also stressed the need for the local and international private sector to invest in the field of industry and provide the necessary support to Libyan manufacturers to carry out their role.For his part, the Minister of Industry and Minerals, Abuhisa, directed the need to offer public factories that have been idle or operating for investment and operation by the private sector (privatisation), and to provide the necessary facilities to support them in activating these complexes, which have been idle for years (some from the Qaddafi era have never operated).
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 08:31 UTC
Urso's mission in Libya: focus on industry, raw materials and renewables
The mission to Libya of the Minister of Business and Made in Italy (Mimit) is underway in Tripoli, Adolfo Urso. The signing of agreements is expected in the sectors of industry, raw materials, minerals and energy from renewable sources. The consolidation of bilateral relations between Italy and Libya finds its natural declination in the energy and mining sector, with specific attention on critical raw materials. With a constantly growing gross domestic product and close to 40 billion euros at current prices, Libya has once again represented an opportunity for the Italian production system. Italy is Libya's first trading partner, with trade of 9,067 billion euros in 2023, ahead of China, Germany, Greece, Turkey, Spain and France.
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 07:36 UTC
UNICEF continues to fix flood damaged schools in Libya – Famagusta Gazette
UNICEF continues to fix flood damaged schools in LibyaThe United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says it has rehabilitated four primary medical centers in the eastern Libyan city of Derna, which was hit by deadly floods last year. “UNICEF, in partnership with the International Medical Corps Libya, has completed the rehabilitation of water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in four primary health care centers in Derna-Alfateeah, Albomba, Ras Alteen, and Lathron,” UNICEF said in a statement. The upgrades, including the installation of doors, windows, electrical works, and light rehabilitation, have restored and enhanced essential services that were previously non-functional, the statement said. This ensures better health outcomes and increased wellbeing within the community,” the statement noted. In September last year, Mediterranean storm Daniel triggered the largest and worst floods in Libya in decades.
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 06:43 UTC
Greek judge dismisses case against Egyptians accused in shipwreck that killed hundreds of migrants
Greek judge dismisses case against Egyptians accused in shipwreck that killed hundreds of migrantsA Greek judge has dismissed charges against nine Egyptian men accused of causing a shipwreck that killed hundreds of migrants last year and sent shockwaves through the European Union’s border protection and asylum operations
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 06:09 UTC
Western experts warn Europe against the risk of dealing with Haftar
A report by the British newspaper “Daily Express” said that Western experts warned that Khalifa Haftar, who is supported by Russia, poses an increasing danger to Europe, including his use of illegal immigration to put pressure on Europe. The report indicated that Wagner has 2,000 mercenaries in Libya, in addition to a new unit of 1,500 regular Russian soldiers. It says that Western diplomats are trying to court Haftar, by offering concessions and economic contracts for Haftar's pledge to suppress immigrant flows from Libya. However this approach did not bear fruit - according to the British newspaper - the region witnessed an increase in the number of immigrants crossing from Libya to Europe, as the number of immigrants in 2015 reached one million, and decreased to 100,000 in 2023, which indicates that Haftar could reopen the door to immigration as a tool to manipulate the West at any time. Libyan affairs expert Jalel Harchaoui said: “The United Kingdom, the United States, France and Italy sent their diplomats to celebrate and honor Haftar’s armed alliance in Benghazi on Thursday - just weeks after the Russian armed forces sent tens of thousands of tons of military equipment, at a time when these democracies pledge to Western countries to fight corruption and Russian expansion.”
Source:Libya Observer
May 21, 2024 05:57 UTC
War crimes prosecutor seeks arrest of Israeli and Hamas leaders, including Netanyahu
(AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg, Pool, File)By JOSEF FEDERMANThe chief prosecutor of the world's top war crimes court sought arrest warrants Monday for leaders of Israel and Hamas, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, over actions taken during their seven-month war. The court's prosecutor, Karim Khan, accused Netanyahu, Gallant, and three Hamas leaders — Yehia Sinwar, Mohammed Deif and Ismail Haniyeh — of war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip and Israel. The ICC was established in 2002 as the permanent court of last resort to prosecute individuals responsible for the world’s most heinous atrocities — war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and the crime of aggression. Dozens of countries don’t accept the court’s jurisdiction over war crimes, genocide and other crimes. In 2020, then U.S. President Donald Trump authorized economic and travel sanctions on the ICC prosecutor and another senior prosecutor.
Source:Libya Today
May 21, 2024 03:52 UTC
At EBRD 2024 Yerevan meeting, Planning Minister discusses benefiting from bank’s financing for development projects
The Tripoli based Libyan Minister of Planning, Mohamed Al-Zaidani, participated in the 2024 Annual Meeting of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in the Armenian city of Yerevan held from 14 to 16 May. The Libyan government reported that the meeting discussed the adoption of the budget and the next strategy for the work of the Bank, as well as the adoption of the accession of Kenya and Nigeria to the membership of the Bank. The meeting then elected the President of the Bank for a new term from France. Using EBRD financing for Libyan development projectsFor his part, the Minister of Planning held several meetings on the sidelines of the Annual Meeting with Kozo Heiko, Director General of the EBRD, the Deputy Governor of the Bank for Turkey, Director of the Bank’s Regional Sector for North Africa and the Mediterranean East, and Director of the Bank’s office in Tunisia, to discuss the extent to which the Bank’s financing can be used for development projects that benefit the Libyan state.
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 21:06 UTC
Egyptian, Greek FMs hold consultations on economic ties, regional crises
CAIRO – 20 May 2024: Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry held talks Monday with his Greek counterpart Giorgos Gerapetritis, during his visit to Athens, on developing economic relations as well as joint energy projects. Regarding cooperation with Cyprus, the Egyptian ministry said that Egypt looked forward to hosting the coming trilateral summit. The talks also tackled illegal migration through the Mediterranean, and the crises in Libya, Sudan, and Syria so as Minister Shokry presented the outcome of Egypt's communication with parties concerned with the conflicts in the three Arab states. The meeting similarly included consultations on the Gaza War as the Egyptian minister warned of the implications of the intended Israeli military land operation in Palestinian Rafah on regional security and stability. Hence, he expressed Egypt's hope that Greece would push for a ceasefire through the European Union (EU).
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 20:53 UTC
Urso flies to Libya: focus on industry, raw materials and renewables
The Italian government's commitment to the Mattei Plan for Africa continues with the visit to Libya of the Minister of Business and Made in Italy (Mimit), Adolfo Urso. In the Libyan capital, the Italian government representative is expected to sign some agreements in the sectors of industry, raw materials, minerals and energy from renewable sources. La Tripoli International Fair it is the most important and long-running trade fair in Libya. The consolidation of bilateral relations between Italy and Libya finds its natural declination in the energy and mining sector, with specific attention to critical raw materials. Not only that, Italy is Libya's first trading partner, with a trade trade of 9,067 billion euros in 2023, ahead of China, Germany, Greece, Türkiye, Spain, France.
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 15:07 UTC
Libya's Fatwa House declares Jihad on Russia's 'Africa Corps'
The Libyan Fatwa House has issued a fatwa declaring jihad against Russian forces, specifically the "Africa Corps," stating that it is a religious duty for the people of Libya, particularly the revolutionary brigades. In a statement, the Council for Sharia Research and Studies of Fatwa House expressed its concern over the Russian intervention in Libya, noting the arrival of Russian troops and weapons in preparation for the entry of the so-called Africa Corps into Libya and neighbouring countries. The Council asserted that the armed Russian presence on Libyan soil constitutes an occupation and "invasion by an aggressive infidel state." It urged those with financial means, weapons, or decision-making power to support the revolutionary brigades in expelling the occupiers and those who brought them. The Council emphasized the importance of seeking assistance under the Sharia regulations, whether from Muslims or others.
Source:Libya Observer
May 20, 2024 13:55 UTC
Egypt prioritizes Gaza's humanitarian needs, says Shoukry
CAIRO - 20 May 2024: Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry emphasized that the Rafah border crossing and humanitarian needs for Palestinians in Gaza have been a priority for Egypt since the beginning of the conflict. He pointed out that approximately 65% to 70% of humanitarian aid has come from Egypt, either through the government or Egyptian civil society. He mentioned ongoing coordination with partners to persuade Israel to allow more humanitarian aid through and to overcome numerous obstacles imposed by Israel. Shoukry stated that the summit reflected the shared vision of Arab leaders towards enhancing Arab national security through solidarity and addressing development and education issues. Regarding Bahrain-Egypt relations, Shoukry highlighted their significance and the strong bonds of fraternity and affection between the two nations and peoples.
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 12:08 UTC
Egypt, Arab countries' trade exchange reach $26B during 2023
According to CAPMAS, Egypt's exports to Arab countries increased to $13.6 billion in 2023, up from $12.5 billion in 2022. Leading the pack of Egypt's Arab export markets was Saudi Arabia, which imported $2.7 billion worth of Egyptian products. On the import side, Egypt's imports from Arab countries declined to $12.4 billion in 2023, down from $17 billion the previous year. Additionally, the value of Arab countries' investments in Egypt recorded $7.3 billion during the 2022/2023 fiscal year, down from $8.2 billion the previous year. The UAE was the top Arab investor in Egypt, pumping in $3 billion, followed by Saudi Arabia ($2.4 billion), Kuwait ($632.6 million), Qatar ($548.2 million), and Bahrain ($337 million).
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 12:04 UTC
Eastern Libya Government Offers Refinery Project to Russian Company
The eastern Libyan government has offered Russia’s Tatneft the opportunity to build a refinery in Libya as part of efforts to attract investments to the region. According to the Libyan Observer, the offer was made during the Russia-Islamic World Forum in the republic of Tatarstan, when the eastern government’s investment minister suggested that Tatneft build a refinery in Benghazi or Tobruk. Tatneft already has operations in Libya, where last year it struck oil at a field it operates together with the National Oil Corporation in the Ghadames Basin in northern Libya. Libya has the largest proven oil reserves in Africa, with oil accounting for almost 100% of government revenues. Libya is exempted from the OPEC+ cuts because of its troubles with production growth, with fields often the target of protests and blockades by various groups.
Source:Libya Today
May 20, 2024 07:33 UTC