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Libya Observer
22-07-2025
- Business
- Libya Observer
Audit Bureau and EU ambassador agree on joint programme coordination
The Audit Bureau Chief Khaled Shakshak and EU Ambassador to Libya Nicola Orlando have agreed to coordinate on programmes aligned with the bureau's strategic plan, stressing the importance of safeguarding the independence of sovereign institutions. The meeting, held at the Audit Bureau headquarters on Monday, included senior department heads and discussed EU-supported projects in Libya. According to a bureau statement, both sides reviewed ongoing programmes and agreed to enhance cooperation in ways that strengthen institutional oversight and capacity-building. They also reaffirmed their commitment to good governance and to reinforcing the role and autonomy of the Audit Bureau as a key pillar of Libya's accountability framework. News Tagged: Nicola Orlando Audit Bureau
Libya Herald
20-07-2025
- Business
- Libya Herald
e-Trade Portal System (PTS) launched at Khoms Port
The Tripoli based Libyan Ministry of Economy and Trade announced last Friday (18 July) that it launched the e-Trade Portal System (PTS) at Khoms Port, to simplify the procedures of the logistics sector and improve shipping services. The system allows ship arrival notifications and shipping data to be sent electronically to the Maritime Inspection Office, as part of a plan to digitize procedures in cooperation with the Libya Trade Network, the Ports Authority, and the Libyan Ports Company. A technical office affiliated with the network was also opened within the port to monitor the system's implementation and remove obstacles facing importers and exporters, in implementation of the regulatory regulations approved by Cabinet Resolution No. 637 of 2024. . Electronic Tracking system for imported goods goes into operation Electronic Cargo Tracking (ECTN) of shipments to be activated in Libya | ( Customs Authority postpones enforcement of ACI / ECTN cargo registration and tracking system Opposition growing to 'arbitrary' introduction of ACI / ECTN tracking preregistration of container cargo to Libya ( Audit Bureau to review contracting procedures of controversial ECTN ( ontroversial ECTN to continue operating: Customs Authority | ( Tripoli Chamber rejects Finance Minister's defence of ECTN system | ( Audit Bureau to review Libya's ECTN contract with Turkey's SCK – committee formed to make proposals | ( Demonstration in front of Tripoli port against ECTN – demonstrators give government a week to meet their 5 demands or they will go on strike | ( Call by Chambers of Commerce and Shipping to postpone or cancel use of ECTN | ( Electronic Cargo Tracking (ECTN) of shipments to be activated in Libya | ( Electronic Tracking system for imported goods goes into operation | ( Audit Bureau refers those behind 40 empty container hard currency fraud case | ( 40 containers in US$ 8 million LC fraud discovered at Benghazi port | ( More Khoms Port containers seized in LC financial corruption | (
Libya Observer
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Weekly News Roundup: Friday, July 18, 2025
Italian Media: Njeem's aide 'Al-Buti' in German custody Libya strongly condemns Israeli occupation's attacks on Syria US reissues warning to its citizens against travel to Libya over security reasons Audit Bureau seeks UNDP support to boost governance Iraqi embassy secures release of citizen detained in Libya for illegal migration Russian aircraft spotted flying from Libya's Kufra to RSF-controlled areas in Sudan Menfi, Greek Foreign Minister discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation Dbeibah summons EU and allied envoys over plans to visit eastern Libya Libyan prosecutors trained on tackling human trafficking and migrant smuggling Eleven foreigners arrested over killing of Libyan security officer UN Mission, Acting Education Minister review strengthening educational cooperation in Libya EU welcomes removal of Ghadames from UNESCO danger list Orlando: Productive talks with Libya's Attorney General to support judicial reform Italian archaeologists unearth ancient Tomb in Cyrene (Shahat) UN envoy: Unified government is prerequisite for elections in Libya Justice employees union demands probe into armed attack on Abu Salim Court HCS member says 100 members have signed request for presidential reelection HNEC head discusses Libya's elections with UK minister French ambassador bids farewell as term ends in Libya Libya, Romania discuss closer ties in Tripoli meeting UK Minister reaffirms commitment to Libya's political process during Tripoli visit Aguila Saleh discusses bilateral cooperation with China's Acting Ambassador Libya tops group with opening win as Africa minifootball championship kicks off in Derna Libya retains top position in Africa's oil reserves with 48.36 billion barrels Egyptian FM stresses need to respect Libya's sovereignty in meeting with EU official UNSMIL: Western region movement submitted proposals to shape consensus-based roadmap Juweili: Main phase of Ghadames operation fully executed Dbeibah reviews with Greek Foreign Minister enhancing cooperation, resuming flights Over 100 migrants freed from trafficking ring in Ajdabiya UK minister in Tripoli: Britain ready to support Libya's political path Greek Foreign minister begins official visit to Libya CBL orders shift to electronic payments in key public sectors EU Ambassador criticizes lack of unified and transparent public spending framework in Libya Menfi stresses importance of African Union's role in supporting national reconciliation in Libya Dbeibeh: UK backs plan to eliminate armed groups operating outside military, security institutions Souq Al-Jumua Movement: Mitiga airport won't go to GNU, to remain under Radaa Force Libya and UK explore cooperation on local governance Libya, Egypt discuss reopening of Egyptian consulate in Tripoli Dbeibah discusses political process with UN and German officials Audit Bureau welcomes Arab oversight team for quality review Dbeibeh reviews oil sector plans with Acting Minister of Oil CBL organizes workshop on banking sector's role in reviving housing projects GNU rejects surrendering Osama Njeem to the ICC Menfi, El Sisi review prospects for bilateral cooperation between Libya and Egypt Libya officially protests to UN over Greece's claims to Crete maritime borders Local municipal officials in Tripoli reject armed presence, call for new unity government GNU: We await Italy's implementation of agreement to extradite five prisoners Libyan citizen Othman Al-Zaalouk released after detention in Istanbul Libyan judicial police, UN mission discuss prison reform and human rights Libya, Nigeria discuss cooperation on gas projects and pipelines to European markets Libya, Saudi Arabia hold talks on agricultural investment Libya and Tunisia activists plan Gaza-bound Maghreb Solidarity Fleet Libya restarts key oil pipeline after repairs Juwaili: Deployment in Ghadames is part of security and border control plan Crimes Watch accuses Haftar's forces, parallel government of sabotaging municipal elections New EU delegation to meet Haftar after previous one expelled EU mission in Libya urges all parties to deescalate amid military buildup news in Tripoli Infrastructure upgrades continue in Tajoura despite site obstacles Prosecutors reveal toll of Tripoli clashes this year Interior Ministry delivers 800 vehicles to boost police capabilities Libya, Saudi Arabia discuss cooperation in gas projects and training MoF launches app allowing employees to view their financial status Ministry of Oil eyes expanding cooperation with Austria's OMV Oil Minister reviews entry of America's Chevron into Libyan market Sebha University joins Mediterranean higher education summit in Italy Tags: news headlines
Libya Observer
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Observer
Audit Bureau seeks UNDP support to boost governance
The Audit Bureau is looking to strengthen institutional performance and improve financial governance through cooperation with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Audit Bureau President Khaled Shakshak met with UNDP Resident Representative Sophie Kemkhadze in Tripoli on Wednesday to discuss potential areas of collaboration. According to a statement posted on social media, the meeting focused on institutional development, anti-corruption efforts, transparency, and accountability. Discussions also touched on the outcomes of the 16th General Assembly and 59th Executive Council of AFROSAI — the African Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions — hosted in Tripoli in December 2024. Recommendations from that summit included calls for deeper regional and international cooperation among top auditing bodies. Tags: Audit Bureau UNDP
Libya Review
01-07-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
France Reaffirms Support for Libya's Transparency Efforts
France has reiterated its support for Libya's Audit Bureau in its efforts to strengthen good governance, transparency, and financial oversight across public institutions. During a meeting with Audit Bureau President Khaled Shakshak, French Ambassador to Libya Mustapha Mihraje expressed his country's commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in transparency and fiscal monitoring, according to a statement published by the Bureau on Facebook. The ambassador stressed the importance of joint efforts to confront Libya's current challenges and the need to develop institutional tools that improve governance and oversight capacity. The meeting highlighted the pivotal role of the Audit Bureau in promoting accountability and responsible public financial management through its annual reports, which aim to optimize resource utilization and combat corruption. President Shakshak underscored the need for ongoing oversight to ensure fairness in public spending and to uphold integrity in state affairs. Earlier the same day, Ambassador Mihraje also met with Administrative Control Authority Chairman Abdullah Qaderbuh to discuss the general economic situation in Libya and to explore ways of enhancing bilateral cooperation in regulatory affairs. Tags: Audit BureauCorruptionfrancelibya
