The National Unity Government delegation discussed with the US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Affairs the strategic projects implemented by the National Unity Government and enhancing the stability of global markets, most notably the project to transport gas from Africa to Europe via Nigeria and Libya.
According to the unity government, the meeting, which was held in Washington, D.C., discussed investment opportunities in the Libyan energy sector, especially in the fields of oil, gas, and renewable energy.
Ways to facilitate the return of leading American companies to contribute to enhancing production according to the National Oil Corporation’s plan were also reviewed, in addition to examining the necessary steps to activate the Libyan-American Trade and Investment Council, which contributes to opening the door to American investments in the Libyan market, according to the government.
For his part, the Minister of Oil affirmed Libya’s commitment to achieving sustainable development goals by reducing emissions of toxic gases and carbon dioxide, while seeking to reach a zero emissions rate by 2030, stressing the importance of international support to enable Libya to achieve this goal, according to the unity government.
The meeting also touched on preparations for the Energy Summit in its third session, scheduled for next January, which represents an opportunity to enhance international cooperation in the field of energy and support sustainable investments.
The delegation had met with the National Security Advisor for North Africa at the White House, David Linfield, and the US Deputy Secretary of State for Africa and the Middle East, Joshua Volz, to discuss the government’s vision to stimulate the return of foreign companies to Libya, and develop the infrastructure of the aviation and oil sectors, in addition to the efforts of the National Oil Corporation regarding… Increase production.
The unity government delegation included the Ministers of Oil and Transportation, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy, the official spokesman for the government, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Libyan Investment Corporation.
Source: National Unity Government + Libya Al-Ahrar Channel