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Libya and EU discuss clean energy and oil and gas sector cooperation
via Libya Herald1 min read
Libya's Ministry of Oil and Gas met with the EU to discuss enhancing technical cooperation in the oil and gas sector and reviewed the "ANQA" Clean Energy and Industry Project 2027–2030. This initiative aims to support Libya's transition to a cleaner and more sustainable oil industry. The Ministry's team also affirmed its commitment to ensuring national institutions' participation in the Methane Emission Reduction and Gas Flaring Mitigation Committee. This effort is seen as crucial for sustainability, the transition to clean energy, and strengthening Libya's international environmental standing. The meeting concluded with all parties emphasizing the importance of continued coordination to achieve national development and shared goals. Attendees included representatives from the Ministry's Planning and technical departments, Renewable Energy and International Cooperation offices, and EU delegation experts such as Mr. Jan Matej, Dr. Haitham Hassan, and Mr. Ali Al-Jahawi.
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