Farhat Bengdara steers Libya's NOC through turbulent waters
The NOC Chairman's challenge is to minimise disruptions and keep Libyan oil flowing, while balancing the demands of various Libyan constituencies and mitigating interference from foreign actors pursuing their own strategic objectives.
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Libya's Interior Minister blames public and municipal leaders for security failures
Interior Minister Emad al-Trabelsi lambasted armed groups, fuel smuggling, government mismanagement, and the use of Libya as a hub for smugglers. However, he did not convey confidence in the Interior Ministry's ability to meet Libya's ongoing security challenges.
Sudan's conflict fuels humanitarian crisis in Africa and beyond
The situation could deteriorate even further given that meeting the basic needs of refugees has become increasingly difficult due to a lack of funding –with serious implications for migration and security dynamics in Africa and beyond.
Who will win the struggle for leadership at Libya’s Ministry of Oil & Gas?
Earlier this month, Mohamed Aoun was said to be reinstated as Minister of Oil & Gas. However, he has been unable to assume his duties as the acting O&G Minister Khalifa Abdulsadek continues to occupy his seat.
Libya’s municipal elections begin, despite funding challenges and public skepticism
Six months after the High National Elections Commission (HNEC) announced the launch of municipal elections, the Commission has initiated elections for the first group of municipal councils with expired terms and newly established steering councils.