Economy

📊 Insights on Libya’s markets, trade, and financial policies – tracking shifts that shape business and daily life in the country. 

Libya Has 3,200 Hours of Sunshine. So Why Is Solar Still Missing?
Economy

Libya Has 3,200 Hours of Sunshine. So Why Is Solar Still Missing?

Libya rarely appears in conversations about renewable energy. That seems strange for a country that enjoys more than 3,200 hours...

Libya and Serbia Move to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties
Economy

Libya and Serbia Move to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties

Libya and Serbia have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding economic and trade cooperation, as both sides explore new channels for...

Misrata Chamber Looks to Strengthen Regional Trade at Tunisia Investment Forum
Economy

Misrata Chamber Looks to Strengthen Regional Trade at Tunisia Investment Forum

The Misrata Chamber of Commerce took part in the 22nd Tunisia Investment Forum (TIF 2026) in Tunis this week, highlighting...

Libya’s Central Bank Cybersecurity Incident Highlights Growing Digital Risks for the Financial Sector
Economy

Libya’s Central Bank Cybersecurity Incident Highlights Growing Digital Risks for the Financial Sector

The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) has confirmed that a recent cybersecurity incident remains under control and has not affected...

Libya’s Banking Sector Takes Another Step Toward Digital Transformation
Economy

Libya’s Banking Sector Takes Another Step Toward Digital Transformation

Libya’s largest commercial lender, Jumhouria Bank, is exploring a new partnership with technology giant Huawei as the country’s banking sector...

Libya Falls to 4th Place Among Africa’s Largest Importers of Brazilian Meat
Economy

Libya Falls to 4th Place Among Africa’s Largest Importers of Brazilian Meat

Libya has dropped to fourth place among Africa’s largest importers of Brazilian meat in 2025, marking a clear shift in...

Tripoli to Host EPAIX 2026 as Libya Pushes Digital Payments Expansion
Economy

Tripoli to Host EPAIX 2026 as Libya Pushes Digital Payments Expansion

Tripoli will host the Electronic Payments and Digital Transformation Exhibition (EPAIX 2026) on June 17–18 at the Tripoli International Fairgrounds,...

Libya and Morocco Deepen Economic Ties with New Trade and Investment Agreement
Economy

Libya and Morocco Deepen Economic Ties with New Trade and Investment Agreement

Libya and Morocco have signed a new memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening trade and investment cooperation, adding momentum to...

Saudi-Turkish Rail Deal Highlights the New Race for Regional Trade Corridors
Economy

Saudi-Turkish Rail Deal Highlights the New Race for Regional Trade Corridors

Saudi Arabia and Turkey signed a memorandum of understanding this week covering railways, logistics centers, transport services, and digital transport...

Why Libya’s Croatia Education Partnership Matters for Economic Growth
Economy

Why Libya’s Croatia Education Partnership Matters for Economic Growth

While major energy agreements and infrastructure projects often dominate headlines, Libya’s latest talks with Croatia may prove equally important for...