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Libya Review
7 days ago
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UN-Backed Advisory Committee Recommends New Unified Libyan Government
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) announced on Saturday that its Advisory Committee has recommended the formation of a new government with limited powers to ensure electoral neutrality and a credible political transition. In its statement, the UN mission said the committee studied several proposals aimed at resolving the ongoing deadlock over executive authority. After evaluating both formal submissions and public declarations, the committee dismissed several scenarios it deemed risky or unworkable. Among the rejected proposals was the idea of establishing three regional governments alongside a central one—an option the committee warned could lead to national fragmentation. It noted that such a decentralisation model, while addressing trust and inequality concerns, poses constitutional challenges, risks overlapping jurisdictions, and undermines national unity. Another suggestion—the political merger of Libya's rival governments—was also rejected. The committee argued that while this could reduce tensions temporarily, it lacks the necessary guarantees for neutrality and could reignite conflict, undermining the transitional process. The UN statement added that the Advisory Committee found proposals involving shared political and security leadership to be unstable. It said such arrangements would rely on temporary power-sharing, erode public trust, generate confusion about executive roles, and attract limited national support. The idea of holding elections under two competing governments was also deemed unfeasible. According to the committee, this approach would deepen political divisions, complicate coordination, and disregard the crucial role of a unified executive authority in maintaining national stability and public services. The committee stressed that elections cannot take place under a divided executive. It concluded that forming a single, neutral government is essential to preserving Libya's territorial integrity and ensuring a successful electoral process. Tags: libyaLibyan Electionsununsmil
Libya Review
04-06-2025
- Business
- Libya Review
Schlumberger & Sirte Oil Plan New Drilling Projects in Libya
Sirte Oil and Gas Production Company Chairman Mostafa Hemmad held a high-level meeting with a delegation from Schlumberger to explore avenues of technical cooperation, tackle logistical and operational challenges from the previous year, and refine plans for the development of oil wells in 2025. According to a statement by Sirte Oil Company, the talks took place at the company's headquarters and covered several key technical topics, including the strategic drilling programme, well maintenance and reactivation efforts, and upgrades to surface equipment — particularly in Zelten Field and neighbouring assets. The discussions focused on a number of well interventions, including those slated for hydraulic fracturing and transitioning from gas lift systems to electric submersible pumps. The two sides also evaluated re-entry operations and horizontal drilling plans in Methkandoush Field, where the J5-H well recently yielded promising results. Hemmad emphasised the importance of completing the smart gas lift system and upgrading produced water separation facilities, noting their role in improving operational efficiency and increasing production. He praised Schlumberger's role in delivering technical solutions that helped restore several wells to production in 2024, contributing to higher crude output. The meeting also highlighted the continued collaboration between the two companies in the field of oil services, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to supporting Libya's energy infrastructure. Schlumberger's Benghazi office manager, Qais Bounkhila, expressed his appreciation for Hemmad's leadership and his active support for drilling and well servicing operations across Sirte's concessions. The company noted that Schlumberger's visit reflects the relative stability now enjoyed by Sirte's operational areas, including ports and fields, secured under the protection of the Libyan National Army (LNA). Attendees from Sirte included board member for operations Abdelrahim Saleh Meftah, drilling and petroleum engineering director Abdunnasir Al-Fadhil Al-Mahshahesh, and the chairman's office director Mohamed Hussein Masoud. Schlumberger was represented by strategic projects director Manshawi Abdelkafi and integrated project commercial transactions manager Anis Al-Juhani. Tags: libyaLibyan OilSchlumbergerSirte Oil Company
Libya Review
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libya's Parliament Speaker Reaffirms Need for Unified Government to End Crisis
The Libyan Parliament, led by Speaker Ageela Saleh, convened a formal session on Tuesday in Tobruk to hear policy proposals presented by several candidates vying to lead a new unified government. The session was attended by First Deputy Speaker Fawzi Al-Nuwairi and comes amid renewed efforts to consolidate executive authority and pave the way for long-delayed national elections. In his remarks at the end of the session, Speaker Saleh reaffirmed that the political solution to Libya's prolonged crisis lies in holding national elections. He emphasized the importance of establishing a unified executive government that can effectively implement this electoral process and restore stability nationwide. Saleh pointed out that the international community, especially the United Nations Security Council, has been calling for a unified executive authority in Libya. In response, the House of Representatives passed essential legislation, including the electoral laws for the presidency and the national assembly, as well as the 13th constitutional amendment, laying the legal groundwork for holding elections. He also referenced recommendations from the UN Support Mission's advisory committee, which called for the establishment of a new, unified government to implement the outcomes of the 6+6 Joint Committee, an initiative designed to resolve disputes between the House of Representatives and the High Council of State over the electoral process. Saleh confirmed that many candidates had submitted applications for the position of prime minister. Their nominations were accepted based on a joint mechanism agreed upon by both legislative chambers. Each candidate reportedly secured endorsements from more than 100 members of both the House and the High Council of State, a sign of growing political consensus to replace the current interim government led by Abdul Hamid Dbaiba. Libya's parliament is expected to continue discussions in the coming days to decide on the next prime minister, aiming to establish a leadership capable of uniting institutions and organizing elections in 2025. Tags: libyaLibyan ElectionsLibyan parliamentUnified Government
Libya Review
07-05-2025
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Osama Hammad Reviews 2025 Budget with Libyan Parliament
Libya's Prime Minister of the Parliament-designate government, Osama Hammad, met with members of the House of Representatives in Benghazi to discuss the proposed unified state budget for 2025. The meeting was held at the House of Representatives' headquarters and included key figures from the Committee on Planning, Finance and the General Budget. Among those present were committee chairman Omar Tantoush, deputy chair Mahdi Al-Aour, rapporteur Amer Omran, and other members. Also attending was Zayed Hadiya, head of the Committee for Oversight Bodies. The talks focused on the draft budget submitted by the Hammad-led government. Discussions aimed to align the legislative and executive branches to ensure the budget meets national needs while promoting fiscal efficiency and transparency. Prime Minister Hammad emphasised the importance of drafting a budget that guarantees transparency and fairness in resource allocation. He called for accelerating the approval process to strengthen financial stability and support Libya's economic recovery. The meeting also included representatives from the Ministry of Planning and Finance: Ahmed Al-Hassi, Azeldin Al-Menfi, and Fathi Al-Toumi. The Prime Minister's Public Affairs Adviser was also in attendance. Hammad stressed the government's commitment to preparing a realistic and equitable budget that addresses urgent public service demands and improves spending efficiency. The session underscored the growing cooperation between Libya's legislative and executive institutions, amid ongoing efforts to stabilise public finances. The Parliament-designate government continues to seek broader consensus on national fiscal policy, especially as Libya faces mounting economic and political challenges. Tags: libyaLibyan PMNational BudgetOsama Hammadparliament
Libya Review
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Presidential Council's Laws Have No Legal Effect
The Legal Committee of the Libyan House of Representatives has declared recent decrees issued by Presidential Council head Mohamed Al-Mnifi as 'null and void,' claiming they hold no constitutional or legal weight. In a strongly worded statement, the committee accused al-Mnifi of sowing institutional chaos and deepening divisions. The committee's remarks followed a letter sent by al-Mnifi to the House of Representatives requesting the submission of all laws passed since March 2021 for ratification by the Presidential Council. Al-Mnifi argued that Speaker Ageela Saleh bypassed constitutional procedures by enacting laws unilaterally. In response, the committee dismissed al-Mnifi's claims as 'weak and irrelevant,' stressing that Libya remains in a transitional phase and that the Council has no authority—either collectively or through its president—to issue decrees or suspend legislation. The committee further announced it would refer the matter to the judiciary to assess whether al-Mnifi's actions constitute criminal violations or threats to national unity and sovereignty. The statement reiterated the House of Representatives' position that the mandates of the Presidential Council and the Government of National Unity have expired. It urged all domestic and international stakeholders to respect the agreed political roadmap and support efforts to unify the executive authority ahead of national elections. Criticising al-Mnifi for 'deviating from a consensual role,' the committee accused the Presidential Council of becoming a political actor, thereby undermining the UN-led political process and risking renewed deadlock and institutional paralysis. Citing the 2014 Constitutional Amendment No. 7 and the Skhirat and Geneva Agreements, the committee asserted that only the House of Representatives holds legislative authority during the transitional period. Tags: libyaLibyan parliamentMohamed Al-MnifiPresidential Council
