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Libya-Italy: 100 Companies Expected at the Benghazi Forum, a New Stable Economic Garrison Is Born

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Libya-Italy: 100 Companies Expected at the Benghazi Forum, a New Stable Economic Garrison Is Born

The Italian-Libyan Economic Forum, scheduled for June 24-26 in Benghazi, represents a decisive step for Italy in relaunching its entrepreneurial presence in Libya, particularly in the Cyrenaica region, currently experiencing a significant economic and infrastructural recovery. Nicola Colicchi, president of the Italian-Libyan Chamber of Commerce, who just returned from Benghazi to conclude the organizational details of the event where one hundred…Read Article

Benghazi Hospital Handles 420 Cases on Eid al-Adha’s First Day

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Benghazi Hospital Handles 420 Cases on Eid al-Adha’s First Day

Benghazi Medical Centre received more than 400 patients with various injuries and medical conditions on the first day of Eid al-Adha, reflecting the intense pressure on emergency services during the holiday period. In a statement released on Friday, the centre confirmed that it had treated 250 surgical cases caused by incidents related to Eid celebrations. These included knife-related injuries and trauma typically associated with the holiday’s r…Read Article

Libyan Pilgrim Dies on Mount Arafat During Hajj

Benghazi · Benghazi

Libyan Pilgrim Dies on Mount Arafat During Hajj

Libya’s Hajj and Umrah Authority confirmed on Thursday the death of a Libyan pilgrim on Mount Arafat during the annual pilgrimage. In an official statement, the authority identified the deceased as Mousa Mohamed Buqrein, a member of the Benghazi pilgrims coordination group, specifically Group No. 507. This marks the second reported death of a Libyan pilgrim during this year’s Hajj. On Friday, the Libyan Hajj Mission announced the passing of Moha…Read Article

Benghazi Airport to Open in 2026

Libya is set to launch a major gateway into global trade and aviation with the opening of the $1.3 billion Benghazi International Airport in 2026, a key pillar of the country’s Vision 2030 strategy to transform itself into a regional hub connecting Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Delivered by the National Development Agency (NDA) in partnership with Global Builders Company, a subsidiary of Terminal Group Holding, the new airport marks one o…Trade · Benghazi See the Story

LBC signs MoU with Industrial Zones Authority in Benghazi

The Libyan Business Council (LBC) reported yesterday that it, through its members’ Cooperative Company for the Management of Industrial Zones, had signed a memorandum of understanding last Tuesday (3 June) with the Industrial Zones Authority in Benghazi. The LBC said this is a strategic step towards promoting industrial development in Libya aimed at developing four […] The post LBC signs MoU with Industrial Zones Authority in Benghazi appeared f…Benghazi · Benghazi Read Article

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…Benghazi · Benghazi Read Article

Haftar: Libyan National Army Ready to Facilitate Elections

On Tuesday, Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar held a meeting with Hanna Tetteh, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Libya, at the General Command headquarters in Benghazi. The discussions focused on the ongoing political crisis in Libya and efforts to restore momentum to the stalled transition process. Haftar expressed his full support for the United Nations’ role in Libya and welcomed all initiatives aimed at resolving the cur…United Nations · Benghazi Read Article

Final Group of Libyan Pilgrims Arrives in Mecca

The General Authority for Hajj and Umrah Affairs in Libya has announced the arrival of the final group of Libyan pilgrims to the holy city of Mecca on Saturday, marking the completion of this year’s Hajj departures. The last group, departing from Benina International Airport in Benghazi, was part of the Benghazi coordination office and left under tight organisational and medical supervision. The Emergency Medicine and Support Centre, the officia…Benghazi · Benghazi Read Article

New Equipment Boosts Physical Therapy in Benghazi Hospital

In a move to upgrade patient care and rehabilitation services, Benghazi Medical Center (BMC) has announced the addition of modern hydrotherapy equipment to its Physical Therapy Department, under the leadership of Director General Dr. Mohamed Madi. According to an official statement from the center, the department now stands as the only specialized hydrotherapy unit in the city of Benghazi. It continues to provide uninterrupted care to a wide ran…Benghazi · Benghazi Read Article

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Haftar Attends Benghazi University Ceremony

Benghazi University has honoured its top-performing students from the graduating classes of 2017 to 2024 in a ceremony held with the support of the Libyan Reconstruction and Development Fund. The event celebrated academic excellence and the role of national institutions in rebuilding Libya’s higher education sector. The university praised the Reconstruction Fund for its efforts in revitalising the university’s infrastructure and enhancing its ac…Benghazi · Benghazi Read Article

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