Libya Build Exhibition kicks off in Tripoli with participation of 260 companies
The 17th edition of the Libya Build Exhibition opened in Tripoli on Monday, featuring 260 exhibitors representing local companies and others from Egypt, Turkey, Tunisia, Italy, China, and Kuwait.
Libya's Minister of Housing and Construction in the Government of National Unity, Abu Bakr Al-Ghawi, inaugurated the event, which is considered the most prominent in the country's building materials and construction sector, according to a statement by the Ministry on its official Facebook page.
The Ministry said that the wide participation reflects growing confidence in the Libyan market and the potential for growth in the construction and development sector.
According to the statement, Libya Build serves as a vital platform that brings together leading companies and experts in building materials and construction and its derivatives, offering opportunities for cooperation, deal-making, and knowledge exchange — ultimately contributing to driving urban development in Libya. Tags: libya build exhibition
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