Libya 2030 – Reflections on 14 Years of UN Engagement and the Path to a Stable Future

📅 Date: Wednesday, 9th July
🕔 Time: 17:00 – 18:30
📍 Venue: Committee Room 6, House of Commons, UK Parliament, Westminster, London

On July 9th, policymakers, experts, and members of the public gathered at the UK Parliament for a high-level discussion on Libya’s trajectory toward peace, prosperity, and long-term stability. Hosted under the title "Libya 2030: Reflections on 14 Years of UN Engagement and the Path to a Stable Future," the event brought together a distinguished panel of Libyan leaders and institutional voices to assess the country’s development prospects and the outcomes of over a decade of United Nations engagement.

Key Themes and Discussions

Speakers offered candid and insightful reflections on Libya’s current challenges and future opportunities. Central topics included:

• Endemic corruption and institutional instability

• Fragile security infrastructure and governance gaps

• Mismanagement of Libya’s vast natural resources

• Energy strategy and infrastructure modernization

• Economic diversification and trade development

• The role of public communication in rebuilding trust and civic engagement

Featured Speakers

H.E. Ali Melad Mohamed Ben Younes
Minister of Marine Resources
A key figure in Libya’s energy policy and national reconciliation, Mr. Ben Younes emphasized the urgent need for transparent resource management and sustainable marine development.

Mr. Ali Mohamed Mohamed Sassi
Chairman of the Board, Al Inmaa Investment Company
With over three decades of experience in Libya’s energy and infrastructure sectors, Mr. Sassi discussed the pressing need for strategic investments and reform in public utilities.

Ms. Zainab Tarbah
Media and Communications Specialist
An award-winning presenter and strategist, Ms. Tarbah stressed the critical importance of reshaping Libya’s media landscape and improving public discourse to support democratic transition.

Chair: Dr. Janroj Yılmaz Keles

Associate Professor of Politics, Middlesex University & Senior Visiting Fellow, LSE
With expertise in migration, nationalism, and media, Dr. Keles guided the discussion with thought-provoking questions and insights, helping to frame Libya’s future within broader regional and global contexts.

You can see photo&video of the event from this links: 

https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCm6tW   

https://youtu.be/WdwFMI79ztY