The Libyan authorities are preparing for a new round of oil and gas licences in 2024 after a hiatus of over 17 years. However, comprehensive maps for untapped gas regions have not been drawn up yet.
Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) doubles down on its plans to bring additional players to develop the country’s energy sector.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s re-election is dampening hope for an overhaul of regional geopolitics, but could give way to gradual improvements in countries like Libya.
Aside from criticisms questioning the legitimacy of the parliament and the symbolism of Tunisians’ abstinence towards the rule of Kais Saied, many questions are left unanswered about the interplay between the different powers in light of the newly-restructured parliament.
This article examines the current situation of illegal migration in the eastern region, with particular focus on the city of Tobruk and other municipalities around it, and offers some policy recommendations on how to deal with the issue.