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BREAKING: ICAO removes safety warnings on Libyan airspace implemented in 2013 & 2015 Per Minister of Transport: this will encourage airlines to resume direct flights & create opportunities in trade, tourism & investment For the Minister's full statement: libyaherald.com/2026/10/afte…

On Libya's 65th anniversary of its 1st oil shipment from Brega port in 1961, NOC announced the start of production at Al-Rashad gas field, south of Brega Field is expected to produce 50m cubic feet gas/day For the latest updates on Libya's energy sector: libyaherald.com

OMV, TotalEnergies, BP and Repsol have joined the Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) 2027 as Diamond Sponsors, the organisers say. BP joins at this level for the first time, Tripoli, 23-25 Jan 2027. More details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/liby…

Fawzi Abu Khazam has been installed as interim CVL Governor in Tripoli after the HoR announced it accepted Naji Issa’s August registration. Issa says he did not resign. Announcement details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/cbl-…

The NOC says its offshore Bouri field gas capture project is scheduled for completion by the end of October, enabling use of about 100 million cubic feet per day for the domestic market and power sector. Announcement details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/noc-…

Libya’s HoR has unanimously ratified the MoU with Turkey on maritime jurisdiction areas in the Mediterranean, per its spokesperson. The EU says it regrets the ratification and considers the MoU “null and void”. Report details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/liby…

HoR Speaker Al-Salheen Abdel-Nabi has called on the CBL Governor and Deputy to stop and cancel the foreign exchange surcharge, saying the decision authorising it expired on 31 December 2024, per the HoR spokesperson. Report details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/surc…

Audit Bureau issues figures on Libya’s oil revenue for 1-15 Oct after conflicting reports from the CBL and NOC: US$1.448bn collected in NOC accounts at the LFB. It has also formed a joint committee to reconcile figures. Report details:libyaherald.com/2026/10/audi…

NOC’s Brega Oil Marketing has held the groundbreaking ceremony for the Tahoura Oil Depot, a BOT project with OLA Energy including 226,300m³ of fuel storage. Brega says it will boost supply efficiency in western Libya. Project details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/nocs…

Misrata Chamber of Commerce seeks to turn cooperation with Pakistan into trade and investment partnerships, its Chairman tells Libya Herald. Talks with Pakistan’s ambassador also covered a possible direct maritime route. Details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/misr…

CBL announces resumption of banking ties with Germany’s Commerzbank after more than ten years. Commerzbank will rejoin the network of approved correspondent banks to facilitate foreign trade and financial transfers. Announcement details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/cbl-…

The Libyan-Chinese Joint Chamber was inaugurated in Tripoli, the General Union of Chambers of Commerce announced. It aims to strengthen trade and investment ties between Libyan and Chinese businesses. Details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/the-…

Small importers have called on the Tripoli government to halt Decisions No. 428, 449 and 465 of 2026, which require trade imports to go through official banking channels. They cite difficulty accessing foreign currency. Statement details: libyaherald.com/2026/10/smal…

South Africa imported 1mb of Libyan crude in Sept, its 2nd transaction since 2013 4 European countries imported 65% of Libya crude in 2026, Italy leads at 41% Recent crude sales also reached Nigeria, Egypt & Tunisia Full export breakdown: libyaherald.com/2026/10/sout…

CBL reports $4.7B deficit from Jan - Sept 2026 Revenues = $17.6B | Expenses = $22.3B Foreign currency assets = $95B, down 4.4% from $99.4B at end of 2025 While CBL recorded LD25.9B surplus in 2026, total dinar spending rose to LD19.9B in Sept For more: lnkd.in/dZJYFWNP

Aegean Airlines, the largest Greek carrier, announced plans to launch flights to Tripoli & Benghazi in May 2027 Stay informed on the developments shaping Libya at libyaherald.com

Libya & U.S. sign a strategic cooperation framework to develop Libya’s ICT & technology sector The agreement covers digital infrastructure, AI, cybersecurity, technology transfer & more What could this mean for Libya’s digital infrastructure? Read on: libyaherald.com/2026/10/liby…

Julyana Free Zone Port has received a Statement of Compliance with the ISPS Code Head of the Ports and Maritime Transport Authority says it should lower insurance and cargo costs For the latest on Libya's infrastructure news: libyaherald.com/2026/10/july…

Libya’s HoR elects Al-Salheen Abdel-Nabi as the new Speaker of the House In his inaugural address, Abdel-Nabi pledges to strengthen the House's legislative roles & support dialogue & national reconciliation Read the Speaker's full address on LH: lnkd.in/dxEhpHPb

Libya Ministry of Health signs MoU with the Africa CDC to join African Pooled Procurement Mechanism (APPM) APPM uses collective bargaining power of African nations when buying medicines & supplies For the latest on Libya's engagement with the Africa CDC: libyaherald.com/2026/10/liby…