The deputy minister for industry and minerals on Tuesday held talks with a French economic delegation on expanding cooperation in the industrial and mining sectors. Mustafa al-Samou, deputy minister for general affairs, production and industrial zones, met representatives from Business France, the French public agency supporting international business on. The discussions focused on investment opportunities, technology and expertise transfer, and potential partnerships aimed at developing Libya’s national industry. Officials said the talks were also intended to strengthen economic ties between Libya and France and to support sustainable growth across key industrial sectors.

Source: Libya Observer January 20, 2026 15:31 UTC