AGP Executive Report

Bread Market Stabilization: Libya’s Industry Union says eight flour mills will cap flour for bakeries at 280 dinars per qintar (100 kg), aiming to protect bread supply and steady prices. Bread Industry Oversight: A new MoU links flour quotas to actual bakery output and sets up electronic plus field monitoring with municipal offices, the Municipal Guard, and the Bakers’ Syndicate. Power Sector Fuel Switch: Libya’s Industry and Minerals ministry is exploring replacing liquid fuel with LNG for power plants to cut generation costs and reduce liquid fuel use. Airport Delivery Push: Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba reviewed progress on Tripoli International Airport and Airport Road works, stressing quality standards and coordination to finish remaining phases. Oilfield Operations: Mellitah Oil & Gas restarted Al-Rimal well R-3 after rehabilitation, reaching 3,026 BPD in initial tests. Food Security Trade Lens: A report highlights how grain imports flow through Libyan ports, with Julyana Free Port handling a sharp jump in grain volumes in early 2026. Energy Security Risks: Libya authorities report arrests over drone attacks and sabotage plots targeting oil and electricity facilities.

Bread Industry Stabilization: Libya’s Industry and Minerals undersecretary Mustafa Al-Samou signed an MoU with Local Government to implement a National Initiative to stabilize and support the bread industry, aiming to regulate about 1,876 bakeries nationwide by linking flour quotas to actual output and rolling out joint electronic and field monitoring with municipal offices, the Municipal Guard, and the Bakers’ Syndicate. Food Security & Trade Links: A new look at Libya’s grain flows shows Julyana Free Port handled 587,645 tonnes of wheat, barley, corn and soybeans in H1 2026 (up 83% year-on-year), underscoring how ports and import supply chains keep the bread-and-feed system running. Energy Infrastructure Under Pressure: Libya’s unity government says it dismantled an organised sabotage cell behind drone attacks on Tripoli and Zawiya oil and electricity facilities, arresting five people (including foreigners) and warning investigations continue into financing and support networks. Urban Planning for Growth: The Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund launched the Global Competitive Urban Planning Initiative (Greater Benghazi) in Benghazi to shape an integrated master plan for urban expansion and infrastructure, using international planning and sustainability expertise. Offshore Oil Cooperation: Joint Oil Exploration, Exploitation and Petroleum Services (Libya–Tunisia) opened a bid round for development of the Zarat discovery and further exploration in the Gabes–Tripoli Basin, with packages covering exploration and unitised development across the border.

Libya Energy Security: Libya’s Government of National Unity says it dismantled a sabotage cell behind explosive-laden drone attacks on oil and electricity facilities in Tripoli and Zawiya, arresting five suspects including foreign nationals, after weeks of strikes that disrupted infrastructure and raised fears for the sector. Offshore Oil Cooperation: Libya and Tunisia opened a new bid round for their joint offshore area, including development of the Zarat discovery, with bids due by 31 Dec 2026. Urban Planning & Infrastructure: The Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund launched a Global Competitive Urban Planning Initiative for Greater Benghazi to shape long-term expansion and infrastructure, bringing in international expertise. Trade & Industry Context: Libya’s regional business backdrop includes major shifts in energy-linked trade flows, with non-crude exports rising in Nigeria as refining output grows—an indicator of how industrial capacity can reshape export structures.

Energy Security Crackdown: Libya’s unity government says it dismantled an organized “sabotage cell” behind explosive-laden drone attacks on oil and power infrastructure in Tripoli and Zawiya, arresting five suspects including foreigners and warning more plots were being prepared. Oil & Fuel Distribution Risk: The National Oil Corporation reported a drone attempt on Brega Petroleum Marketing Company’s Airport Road fuel depot, with shrapnel damaging tanks 213 and 220 and minor pipeline damage, but no disruption to fuel distribution as technical teams began safety work. Oil Sector Under Pressure: Authorities also linked earlier Zawiya attacks to damage at Libya’s second-largest refinery complex (about 120,000 bpd capacity), with officials saying the incidents were coordinated rather than random. Maritime Disruption Watch: Reports say a sanctioned Russian ro-ro, Lady Mariia, was hit by Ukrainian drones near Crete after leaving Oran, with claims of weapons runs toward Syria and possible Libyan launch links still unconfirmed. Governance & Trade Oversight: Libya’s Administrative Control Authority discussed LC fraud involving 500 blacklisted companies and reviewed financial performance indicators, including National Oil Corporation production and revenue figures. Business & Reconstruction Link: The Libyan-American Development and Reconstruction Fund launched its second forum in Benghazi to connect U.S. firms with development projects and partnerships. Shipping Activity Signal: Julyana Free Zone Port reported 93 commercial vessel arrivals in August, including container ships and fuel tankers, pointing to growing trade flows. Energy Engineering Update: Harouge Oil Operations brought replacement well B79A online at the Amal Field, targeting higher crude output after successful drilling and commissioning.

Energy Security: Libya’s unity government says it dismantled a drone sabotage cell tied to attacks on Tripoli and Zawiya oil and power infrastructure, arresting five suspects and warning of further plots against vital facilities. Fuel Supply Risk: Separate reports say a drone strike hit the Brega Petroleum Marketing Company depot on Tripoli’s Airport Road, damaging tanks and pipelines but not disrupting fuel distribution; NOC says teams began safety work and urged tighter protection of oil assets. Oilfield Operations: Harouge Oil Operations brought replacement well B79A online at the Amal field, targeting higher crude output with reported production around 2,000 bpd. Trade & Logistics: Julyana Free Zone Port received 93 commercial vessels in August, including container ships and fuel tankers, signaling rising import and shipping activity. Business Links: A Libyan-American development forum opened in Benghazi to connect U.S. firms with reconstruction and development opportunities. Industrial Diplomacy: Tarragona Chamber of Commerce leads a Spanish business mission to Tripoli (6–9 Sept) with B2B meetings in sectors like food and electrical equipment. Power Infrastructure: GECOL says the third unit at Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant (150 MW) has been connected to the national grid after overhaul work by GE Vernova.

Libya Fuel Security: The National Oil Corporation says a drone strike hit Brega Petroleum Marketing Company’s Tripoli depot on Airport Road, damaging tanks 213 and 220 and two pipeline lines with shrapnel, while fuel distribution continued and teams began emptying tanks to reduce fire risk. Power & Infrastructure: GECOL connected the third unit at the Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant to Libya’s national grid after an overhaul by GE Vernova, restoring 150 MW capacity following delays linked to earlier drone and militia clashes. Oilfield Output: Harouge Oil Operations brought replacement well B79A online at the Amal Field, reporting about 2,000 bpd with 4% water cut as part of its 2026 production expansion plan. Business & Reconstruction Links: In Benghazi, the Libyan-American Development and Reconstruction Forum (second edition) opened with a push for practical projects and partnerships with U.S. firms. Trade Mission: Spain’s Tarragona Chamber of Commerce is sending a multisector business delegation to Tripoli (6–9 Sept) for B2B meetings with Libyan companies, including food and electrical equipment. Energy Diplomacy: Libya’s NOC and other regional energy stories also highlight how fuel and logistics risks are rising across the Mediterranean and beyond.

Drone Sabotage on Fuel Infrastructure: Libya’s National Oil Corporation says a drone attack hit Brega Petroleum Marketing Company’s Airport Road fuel depot in Brega, damaging tanks 213 and 220 and nearby pipelines with falling shrapnel, but fuel distribution continued; NOC says teams began emptying tanks and urged security authorities to harden protection of oil assets. Tripoli Depot Update: Brega’s spokesperson Ahmed Al-Maslati told TV that the Tripoli depot strike caused no injuries and no supply disruption, with specialized teams securing the area while Tripoli Port deliveries continued. Power Sector Reliability: GECOL connected the third unit at Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant (150 MW) back to the national grid after overhaul by GE Vernova, delayed by earlier drone targeting and militia clashes. Libya Political Stability: A UN-backed 4+4 electoral roadmap signed in Tripoli faces fresh executive infighting, keeping Libya’s west-east institutional split in focus. Regional Diplomacy Touchpoints: Qatar attended the Arab League Council session in Cairo, with Libya listed among evolving situations on the agenda. External Risk to Libya’s Energy Role: A commentary highlights how Libya’s oil-and-gas concentration makes the economy vulnerable to attacks, while noting early industrial diversification in cement and steel.

Libya Energy Security: Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) condemned a drone attempt to hit fuel tanks at the Brega Airport Road Fuel Depot in Tripoli, saying there was no significant damage and that emergency teams were put on full readiness while tanks were being emptied as a precaution; the NOC warned attacks on oil infrastructure threaten fuel supplies for power plants, health services, industry and daily needs. Power & Infrastructure: Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant’s third unit (150 MW) has been reconnected to Libya’s national grid after an overhaul by GE Vernova, following earlier delays tied to technical issues and security disruptions including drone targeting and nearby clashes. International Links for Libya’s Industry: A Libyan-Japanese parliamentary friendship group is considering a visit to Libya in connection with the Libya Energy and Economic Summit (LEES 2027), signaling continued interest in energy and economic cooperation. Regional Context for Business Risk: UN reporting says foreign networks are helping fuel Sudan’s war, including support tied to entities linked to the UAE and other countries, while also expanding drone capabilities—raising broader supply-chain and security concerns for the region.

Energy Security in Libya: Libya’s National Oil Corporation condemned a drone attempt on the Brega Airport Road fuel depot in Tripoli, saying no significant damage was reported but emergency teams were put on full readiness and fuel tanks began being emptied as a precaution. Power Infrastructure: Zawia Combined-Cycle Power Plant’s Third Unit (150 MW) has been reconnected to Libya’s national grid after an overhaul by GE Vernova, following earlier delays tied to drone targeting and local clashes. Industry & Trade Links: Tripoli Chamber of Commerce will host B2B meetings with Spanish companies on 7 September, targeting food industries, household insecticides/cleaning products, tobacco, and medium-voltage electrical equipment. Libya in Global Reconstruction: A report says China is rebuilding a presence in Libya through diplomatic, financial, and commercial channels after a long lapse, aiming to restart practical cooperation on infrastructure and energy. Regional Context: UN findings again point to foreign networks fueling Sudan’s war, with Libya named among countries linked to support networks. Travel Advisory: The US updated Libya’s travel warning to Level 4 “Do Not Travel,” urging Americans to prepare wills and end-of-life instructions.

Sudan Conflict Supply Chains: A UN-backed probe says foreign networks are fueling Sudan’s war, with a transnational network tied to the UAE, Chad and Libya supplying the RSF with weapons, logistics, training and foreign personnel, while foreign-supplied drones are expanding strike reach and harming civilians. Libya Energy Security: Libya’s NOC condemned a drone attempt on the Brega Airport Road fuel depot, saying no significant damage occurred but emergency teams were put on full readiness and tanks were being emptied as a precaution. Libya–China Reconstruction Push: China is rebuilding its Libya presence across diplomatic, financial and commercial channels after a long lapse, with renewed embassy activity focused on infrastructure, reconstruction, energy and health/education cooperation. Libya Industry Partnerships: Tripoli Chamber of Commerce will host B2B meetings with Spanish firms on 7 September targeting food industries, household cleaning products, tobacco, and medium-voltage electrical equipment. Oil & Gas Market Tech: A Malaysia-made biodegradable surfactant, BIO-SOLV®, is being marketed across Libya and North Africa via a new partnership aimed at oil and hydrocarbon treatment applications. Regional Power/Trade Context: Greece’s Mitsotakis is set to meet Egypt’s Sisi amid rising regional tensions, while China–Egypt port ties are expanding container routes and logistics cooperation.

Energy Security: Libya’s NOC condemned a drone attempt to hit the Brega Airport Road Fuel Depot near Tripoli; it reported no significant damage, but ordered precautionary tank emptying and full readiness for emergency teams. Industrial Resilience: A commentary after the Zawiya refinery flames argues Libya needs more than oil, pointing to early investment momentum in cement and steel as a diversification path. Oil & Gas Partnerships: Euro-Circuit Technology and Epic Tips Global signed a deal to market BIO-SOLV® across Libya and North Africa, targeting about 1 million litres and $8.5m in value for June 2026–May 2027. Trade & Investment: Tripoli Chamber of Commerce will host B2B meetings with Spanish firms on 7 September, focusing on food industries, cleaning/insecticides, tobacco, and medium-voltage electrical equipment. Blue Economy Planning: Libya’s planning ministry reviewed priority initiatives for a National Blue Economy Strategy, aiming for marine-resource jobs and ecosystem protection. Regional Context: UN reporting on Sudan highlights foreign drone and weapons support networks—relevant for Libya as security risks spill across the region.

Libya–Spain Trade Push: Tripoli Chamber of Commerce will host B2B meetings with Spanish firms on 7 September, targeting food industries, household insecticides/cleaning products, tobacco, and medium-voltage electrical equipment. Oil & Gas Maintenance: Sirte Oil and Gas restored a second gas turbine unit at its petrochemicals power plant after replacing the gearbox, aiming to keep electricity supply steady for ongoing production. Energy Transition at Home: Libya’s Labour Ministry in Tripoli ordered solar panel systems for its buildings, citing last summer’s power cuts and blackouts and linking the move to efficiency and reduced consumption. Power Sector Oversight: An Administrative Control Authority committee discussed LC fraud and its impact on exchange rates, plus low import tax collection, and approved measures including blacklisting non-compliant firms and speeding up a unified electronic tracking system. Industrial Networking Abroad: LISCO led a Libyan delegation at ZEPS 2026 in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina (2–5 September), seeking to expand Libya’s trade and contracting ties. Blue Economy Planning: Libya’s planning ministry reviewed Blue Economy priority initiatives, including a roadmap to develop marine sectors, create jobs, and protect marine ecosystems. Oil & Gas Cooperation with China: Chinese Petroleum Chamber of Commerce-linked companies signaled readiness to invest in Libya’s oil, gas, and renewable energy, with participation planned in upcoming energy forums. Regional Infrastructure Timing: Tripoli International Airport opening is now officially stated for Q4 2026, after earlier delays and lack of confirmation. Mining for Sustainable Energy: National Mining Corporation joined a workshop on transforming Libya’s strategic energy sector toward sustainable energy systems, focusing on how clean power can support mining.

Libya’s Airport Push: Tripoli International Airport is now officially slated to open in Q4 2026, with the Transport Ministry reviewing readiness with airlines and the LIIDF. Power & Industry Shock: Protesters shut down the Mellitah oil and gas complex over persistent power outages, raising fears for the grid and for gas exports via the Greenstream pipeline. Energy Reliability Work: Sirte Oil restored a second gas turbine at its petrochemicals power plant after replacing a gearbox, aiming to stabilize electricity supply for ongoing production. Renewables in Government: Libya’s Labour Ministry in Tripoli ordered solar panels to power its buildings, citing last summer’s blackouts and the need to cut consumption. Blue Economy Planning: The Planning Minister chaired a review of Blue Economy priority initiatives, pushing a roadmap to develop marine sectors and jobs while protecting ecosystems. Mining for Sustainable Energy: Libya’s National Mining Corporation joined a UN-backed dialogue on transforming the strategic energy sector toward sustainable systems, linking clean energy to mining growth. Regional Trade & Deals: Italy’s Mattei Plan talks with Libya covered oil and gas cooperation, offshore investments, electrical interconnection, water and sewage infrastructure, and steps to ease airspace and visas. Food-Cost Pressure: Bloomberg’s Agri Index flagged a sharp jump in global food prices, warning Libya and the region could face renewed food-crisis risks as wheat and other commodities tighten. Politics & Elections Roadmap: UN-mediated rivals agreed on a road map for parliamentary and presidential elections within two years, though analysts warn deep divisions may still block real progress.

Libya–Italy Energy & Infrastructure Push: Tripoli’s PM Abdul Hamid Dbeibah met Italy’s Giorgia Meloni in Rome and oversaw MoUs on oil and gas cooperation, offshore Mediterranean investments, the Ghadames basin, electrical interconnection and a submarine cable, plus water and sewage projects and migration management; talks also covered easing airspace limits for Libyan civil aviation and restarting regular flights to Tripoli in September. Power Crisis Meets Renewables: Libya’s Labour Ministry ordered solar panel systems for its Tripoli buildings, aiming to cut electricity demand amid severe blackouts that have disrupted hospitals, commerce and industry. Oil Sector Under Pressure: Protesters shut down the Mellitah oil and gas complex over persistent power outages, raising fears for the grid and for gas exports via the Greenstream pipeline. Mining Joins Sustainable Energy Dialogue: Libya’s National Mining Corporation took part in a UN-backed workshop on transforming the strategic energy sector toward sustainable systems, linking clean energy to mining investment and production. Digital Economy for Libya: Ooredoo and UNDP opened a regional Digital & AI Policy Leaders Forum in Doha, with Libya’s minister of digital economy and AI among speakers. Regional Trade & Logistics: Messina Line plans to launch an integrated West Med shipping service in September, combining Algeria and Libya routes to improve cargo transit times via Misurata and Tripoli. Food Security Watch: Bloomberg’s agri index posted its biggest monthly jump since the Arab Spring era, with food-crisis risk rising as energy and shipping pressures mount.

Libya Energy Disruption: Protesters shut down the Mellitah oil and gas complex near Tripoli, citing weeks of power outages and worsening public services; the facility processes, stores and exports fuel and is tied to the Greenstream pipeline to Italy, raising fears for the western grid and gas supply. Digital Policy & Telecom: Ooredoo Group and UNDP, with Libya’s Ziad Abdelwaret Elhajjaji among speakers, convened Arab digital and AI policy leaders in Doha to push more inclusive, sustainable digital economies. Libya Agriculture Oversight: In Benghazi, Libya’s Agriculture Oversight Committee reviewed sector challenges with agricultural police, plant protection, research and animal health bodies, calling for practical steps to protect food security and support the national economy. Cyber Resilience for Libya: Mindware was appointed Veeam value-added distributor across the Middle East and Libya, aiming to help enterprises and governments recover quickly from ransomware and strengthen data resilience. Regional Energy Diplomacy: Libya’s oil minister is set to participate in ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi, as African energy leaders line up to attract investment and expand access. Industrial Logistics: Messina Line plans a new integrated West Med shipping service in September, combining Algeria and Libya routes to improve transit times and connectivity. Power, Fuel & Livelihood Pressure: A separate report highlights how Libya’s intertwined power and fuel crises are hitting truck drivers hard as diesel shortages and black-market prices strain daily work and household budgets.

Fuel & Power Crunch: Diesel is becoming harder to find in Tripoli as Libya’s intertwined power and fuel shortages drag on, with queues outside stations lasting days and drivers facing diesel prices far above official rates. Energy Infrastructure: NOC says it has completed technical works and gas pumping readiness for the long-dormant Zuwara Water Desalination Plant, aiming to cut reliance on costlier liquid fuels. Gas for Europe: Libya’s oil minister told ONS 2026 that Libya can expand gas exports to Europe via GreenStream, positioning gas as a practical answer to Europe’s energy dilemma amid Strait of Hormuz constraints. Maritime Security: EU forces boarded a sixth suspected Russian shadow-fleet tanker in the Mediterranean for flag verification, underscoring continued pressure on illicit oil sales. Diplomacy & Trade Links: Libya and Syria agreed to reopen Syria’s Tripoli embassy after 14 years and reactivate a joint committee, with consular services and cooperation on economic and social ties on the agenda. Aviation & Maintenance: Libyan Express announced new flights to Malta, Rome and Milan from 6 September, alongside EASA-certified aircraft maintenance cooperation at Misrata Airport. Industrial Outlook: A new report argues Libya is showing early signs of an industrial turn as foreign business interest returns and economic policy alignment improves.