Italy's lower chamber of parliament OKs deal with Albania to house migrants during asylum processingItaly’s lower chamber of parliament has approved a novel deal with Albania to house migrants during the processing of their asylum requests
CAIRO – 24 January 2024: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi said that the Egypt is intensifying its efforts to achieve ceasefire in Gaza Strip, release hostages, and begin the reconstruction. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi said that the toughness and endurance of Egyptians has changed from what it was 20-30 years ago. Sisi wondered if the government have moved according to different priorities and the results that could’ve been reached accordingly. Sisi added that the aim was to increase the export rate to 100 billion dollars, but this did not happen due to pressure on the import bill. We were affected by the crisis that exists today in Gaza and its repercussions.
CAIRO – 24 January 2024: Israeli television said on Wednesday that President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi refused to receive a phone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, al Qahera news channel reported. Earlier during meeting with number of media figures on the sidelines of the celebration of the 72nd Police Day, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi said that the Egypt is intensifying its efforts to achieve ceasefire in Gaza Strip, release hostages, and begin the reconstruction. He added, that Egypt always seeks to achieve stability and ensure that conflict does not expand in the region. "We are naturally keen to ‘extinguish fires and not igniting them’. We always strive not to expand the war, and the results of the four months of war have exhausted everyone and been harsh on everyone, and we are sending messages to everyone not to let things get out of control any further.” Sisi said.
Reconstruction and recovery needs following the catastrophic flooding in eastern Libya last September are estimated at $1.8 billion, according to a new report released today by the World Bank, the United Nations, and the European Union. The Libya Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA) analyses damages and losses – as well as recovery and reconstruction needs – using a globally established methodology across almost all sectors of the Libyan economy. The report estimates 70 per cent of the needed reconstruction costs would be for infrastructure, with housing the largest component. In addition to outlining the recovery and reconstruction needs, the RDNA analyses the cost of physical damages caused by the flooding and the economic losses in its aftermath. The $1.65 billion total of damages and losses account for 3.6 per cent of Libya’s GDP in 2022.
Ambassador of Pakistan to Libya Anjum Enayat on Tuesday met with Culture Minister of the Government of National Unity (GNU) Mabrouka Toghi in Tripoli. During the meeting, they discussed cultural relations between the two friendly countries, and ways to develop areas of cooperation and bilateral exchange in the cultural and artistic field, according to GNU Culture Ministry.
The Attorney General’s Office reported yesterday that the Criminal Court issued a ruling convicting the official responsible for following up on safe deposits and seizures at the Customs Authority of embezzlement. The official embezzled of sums of money after receiving them from those responsible for managing the evidentiary work in the Authority. The Criminal Court convicted him on two charges. He was sentenced to five years in prison. He was fined US$ 508,400; 850,000 Tunisian dinars and LD 70,960.
Idris Al-Sattawiya, Chairman of Ras Lanuf Oil and Gas Manufacturing Company, signed a contract on Sunday 21 January with the General Manager of Slovakian company, ‘‘Hydromtazah’’. The contract, signed at Ras Lanuf in eastern Libya, entails maintaining the concrete bases and steel structures at Ras Lanuf Company’s seawater outlet. Ras Lanuf said the project is considered one of the important projects that contribute to ensuring the continuity and stability of operations and enhancing the safety of individuals and equipment.
Venus Remedies, a pharmaceutical company, has been awarded the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification for its facilities from the Ministry of Health, Libya. Saransh Chaudhary, CEO of Venus Medicine Research Centre, said, ” The GMP certification from Libya adds to Venus Remedies’ portfolio of international approvals from 25 regulators, complementing our existing certifications in Africa from Morocco, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Sudan and other African countries. Its location in Africa and evolving pharmaceutical landscape provide Venus Remedies with an opportunity to contribute positively to the region’s healthcare sector. Akshansh Chaudhary, Executive Director of Venus Remedies, said, “We are thankful to our customers, partners and stakeholders for their constant support. Their trust in our company drives our pursuit of excellence.”Venus Remedies continues to contribute to global healthcare, aiming to improve public health standards in Libya and other regions in line with its mission of advancing healthcare solutions worldwide.
Images taken by satellites and astronauts onboard the International Space Station (ISS) show that Libya’s Kufrah district is not as desolate as it first seems. The water comes from the world's largest fossil water aquifer system, known as the Nubian Sandstone Aquifer System. Libya's Kufrah District was imaged on May 26, 2022. As explained by ESA, satellite imagery shows large circles embedded in the Al Kufrah Oasis, each of which has a diameter of nearly 1 kilometer (0.6 miles). Described as “Libya’s Circles of Life”, the circles are the product of numerous sprinklers that use water from the fossil aquifer to irrigate the land, allowing crops to grow.
A Libyan delegation visited Beirut this week to reopen talks with Lebanese officials on the fate of a prominent Lebanese cleric who has been missing in Libya for decades, and the release of late dictator Moammar Gadhafi's son who has been held in Lebanon for years, officials said. The fate of the cleric has been a long-standing sore point in Lebanon. The delegation is expected to return next week, he said and added that Lebanese and Libyan authorities are treating the two cases as separate. The Libyan delegation's visit was not publicly announced by either Lebanon or Libya. Libyan justice officials and an attorney for Seif al-Islam Gadhafi, Hannibal's brother, did not respond to a request for comment.
Prohealth, a leading player in the pharmaceutical, dermo-cosmetic markets in Malta & Libya, is proud to announce its recent appointment as the official local distributor of Nestlé Health Science and Nestlé Infant Nutrition (NAN® & Nancare® range) in the Pharma channel in Malta. "This prestigious partnership with Nestlé, significantly enlarges Prohealth’s footprint in the fast-growing Nutrition category in Pharmacies, in-line with our 2025 vision objectives. We are firmly committed to develop further, the current Nestle’ Infant Nutrition and Health Science brands portfolio. At the same time, we look forward to establishing exciting, new Nestle’ Health Science brands locally, enabling patients and customers to benefit from the power of nutrition these brands offer at every life stage, from birth to healthy ageing. About ProhealthFounded in 1995, Prohealth is today at the forefront of the pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetic market in pharmacies in Malta and Libya.
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A Libyan delegation reopens talks in Lebanon on a missing cleric and on Gadhafi's detained sonA delegation of Libyan justice officials has visited Lebanon to reopen discussions over the fate of a prominent Lebanese cleric who went missing in Libya decades ago
AdvtBy ,ETHealthWorldJoin the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Its strategic location in Africa and evolving pharmaceutical landscape provide Venus Remedies with an opportunity to contribute positively to the region's healthcare sector. The $46.8 billion pharmaceutical market of Africa, as of 2022, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.3 per cent to reach $110.9 billion by 2023. This certification is a step towards enhancing the company's presence in Africa.Saransh Chaudhary, CEO, Venus Medicine Research Centre, said, “The GMP certification from Libya adds to Venus Remedies' portfolio of international approvals from 25 regulators, complementing our existing certifications in Africa from Morocco, South Africa , Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda Sudan , and other African countries. This GMP certification reflects our collaborative efforts in the African pharmaceutical industry, a key focus area of our global expansion strategy.” Akshansh Chaudhary , Executive Director, Venus Remedies, said, “We are thankful to our customers, partners, and stakeholders for their constant support.
Crude Oil Prices Experience Decline Amidst Growing Output in Libya and NorwayCrude oil encountered a downturn of -1.39%, settling at 6178, as traders grappled with a juxtaposition of factors involving escalating crude supply in Libya and Norway, juxtaposed against production disruptions in the United States and ongoing geopolitical tensions. In terms of support levels, crude oil finds backing at 6109, and breaching this could potentially test levels around 6040. As the market grapples with contrasting forces, the trajectory of crude oil prices remains uncertain. The recent decline in crude oil prices reflects the intricate dance between supply and demand, geopolitical events, and technical indicators. As industry participants navigate this dynamic landscape, the coming weeks and months will bring further insights into the forces shaping the future of crude oil prices.
