Tripoli Government Assigns 'Ali Al-Abed' as Acting Oil Minister
Libya's Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) has assigned Labour Minister Ali Al-Abed additional duties as Acting Minister of Oil and Gas. The move follows a prior decision to entrust him with the role of Education Minister, expanding his influence across key sectors during a period of mounting political tension.
Al-Abed chaired a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Oil and Gas on Monday, focusing on operational and structural challenges confronting the ministry and the National Oil Corporation (NOC). According to a statement published on the ministry's official Facebook page, discussions addressed issues related to administrative and professional affairs of employees, as well as broader strategic concerns.
Key topics included the development of petrochemical product projects and the importance of creating an investment-friendly environment within the oil and gas sector. Al-Abed also stressed the need to resolve issues surrounding guarantees in oil investment projects—barriers that continue to deter both domestic and foreign investors.
The meeting further explored energy efficiency measures, especially the balance of electricity consumption in oil facilities. In line with Libya's national objectives for energy diversification and sustainability, participants discussed boosting investment opportunities in alternative energy projects.
Al-Abed called for enhanced collaboration among ministry departments to overcome sectoral challenges. He emphasised the need for a professional and responsible approach to ensure continuity in operations and to advance the country's strategic energy goals.
The appointment comes at a sensitive political moment. Seven ministers have recently resigned from the GNU, as pressure mounts from protesters in Tripoli's Martyrs' Square demanding the government's dismissal and immediate elections. The resignations highlight growing dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbaiba's administration, particularly regarding delays in the electoral process and governance issues. Tags: Ali Al-AbedlibyaLibyan GovernmentOil Minister
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