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Libya Review
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libyan PM Visits Bela Expo 2025 in Belarusian Capital
Libyan Prime Minister Osama Hammad, accompanied by Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Viktar Karankevich, visited the Bela Expo 2025 exhibition in the Belarusian capital, Minsk. The high-level government delegation toured various sections of the exhibition, including the World War II Museum, which is featured alongside the expo. The visit coincided with Belarus' national independence celebrations. During the visit, Prime Minister Hammad highlighted the importance of strengthening joint cooperation across various sectors to bolster the partnership between Libya and Belarus. He also stressed the significance of enhancing cultural and economic ties between the two nations. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges. Tags: Bela Expo 2025BelaruslibyaOsama Hammad
Libya Review
28-05-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
Belarus Proposes Wheat & Healthcare Projects in Libya
Belarus has unveiled a set of initiatives to strengthen cooperation with Libya, focusing on agriculture, healthcare training, and public transport development. The proposals were announced during a high-level government delegation's visit to Benghazi, led by Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Viktar Karankevich. As part of the visit, Belarusian Minister of Agriculture and Food, Yury Gorlou, told Belarus 1 TV that his country is ready to invest its agricultural expertise in Libya by launching wheat cultivation projects and converting the harvest into animal feed. He added that Belarus plans to support the construction of a flour mill and processing facility in Libya, in collaboration with leading Belarusian companies. The visit also marked the inauguration of the 'Belarus House' in Benghazi — a new business hub designed to facilitate commercial meetings, partnerships, and contract negotiations. Deputy PM Karankevich highlighted that the centre would serve as a platform for implementing joint venture projects across multiple sectors. In a broader meeting between the two delegations, discussions covered industrial cooperation, healthcare, agriculture, education, mining, and geological services. Both parties also agreed to enhance parliamentary coordination between Libya and Belarus. Additionally, the Belarusian delegation toured several Libyan healthcare facilities and explored ways to support the sector through professional training, provision of equipment, and pharmaceutical supplies. This visit comes as part of ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral ties and expand Belarusian presence in Libya's infrastructure, industrial, and development sectors. Tags: AgricultureBelarusbenghaziHealthcarelibya
