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Libyan British Business Council to host Libya Energy Forum with National Oil Corporation in London
via Libya Herald1 min read
The Libyan British Business Council LBBC will host the Libya Energy Forum on May 13, 2026, in London, as part of the Africa Energies Summit 2026. This event, held in association with the National Oil Corporation NOC, will gather senior Libyan leadership, international oil companies, investors, technical partners, and advisers for a day of strategic discussions and networking. The forum aims to integrate Libya’s energy agenda into broader African upstream investment dialogues and provide attendees with direct insight into the NOC's priorities. Masoud Suleiman, Chairman of the NOC, is slated to give the inaugural address, followed by a discussion on Libya’s energy vision and strategic partnerships. Sessions will cover Libya’s energy landscape, upstream gas development, flaring reduction, carbon management, workforce development, and exploration strategies for production growth. Peter Millett, Chairman of the LBBC, highlighted the event as a chance for UK companies to explore opportunities in Libya’s energy sector and connect with key NOC decision-makers. Attendees, including NOC leadership, will participate in both Libya-focused sessions and the wider Africa Energies Summit, fostering engagement with senior decision-makers, investors, and operators from across Africa and the global upstream sector.
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