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Libya Review
3 days ago
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- Libya Review
Libyan Parliament Approves Budget for Reconstruction Fund
Libya's House of Representatives has approved the preparation of a dedicated budget for the Development and Reconstruction Fund, aimed at revitalising infrastructure and services across the war-torn country. The session was held on Monday in Tobruk, under the chairmanship of Speaker Aqeela Saleh, with the presence of First Deputy Speaker Fawzi Al-Nuwairi and Second Deputy Misbah Douma. According to Parliament Spokesman Abdullah Bliheg, the session also reviewed the national development plan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027. Following extensive discussion, MPs agreed to initiate the process of drafting a budget for the Development and Reconstruction Fund. The decision includes the formation of a committee comprising a representative from each electoral district, who will meet with the Fund's administration to ensure the budget is equitably distributed across all regions. The fund is expected to play a critical role in rebuilding key infrastructure, repairing war-damaged areas, and boosting development in neglected provinces. The House also agreed to establish a technical committee to study the Libyan-Turkish agreement submitted by the government designated by Parliament. Additionally, MPs voted to cancel all exceptions to financial and administrative oversight—marking a move towards enhanced transparency and institutional control. Tags: Ageela SalehDevelopment FundlibyaLibyan parliamentReconstruction
Libya Review
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
UN Envoy Discusses Libyan Crisis With Ageela Saleh
Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives, Aqeela Saleh, has reiterated the urgent need to form a new unified government as a prerequisite for holding presidential and parliamentary elections in Libya. Saleh made the statement during a meeting on Monday with the Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, and her deputy, Stephanie Khoury, at his office in Al-Qubba. He emphasised that establishing a unified executive authority is a critical step towards ending the prolonged political division and creating a stable environment for free and fair elections. Saleh also underscored the importance of continued cooperation with the United Nations and the international community. He reaffirmed the House of Representatives' commitment to the political agreement and the outcomes of the 6+6 Joint Committee as the framework for resolving the crisis. For her part, Tetteh expressed her ongoing efforts to rebuild trust between Libya's rival factions and to bridge their differences in pursuit of a sustainable political solution. 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: Ageela SalehlibyaLibyan ElectionsLibyan parliamentununsmil
