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Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Malaysian delegation discuss cooperation and MIHAS 2026 participation
via Libya Herald1 min read
The Tripoli Chamber of Commerce hosted a Malaysian trade delegation at its headquarters last Thursday, April 23. The meeting, attended by the Chamber's Chairman Anwar Abusitta and board members Essam Al-Jahani and Saad Al-Dhawi, included discussions on enhancing economic and trade cooperation between Libya and Malaysia, particularly within the private sector. The Malaysian delegation formally invited the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce to participate in MIHAS, the 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase, scheduled for September 23-26, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur. This participation is expected to boost the presence of Libyan companies in Asian markets and foster broader trade cooperation. The Malaysian delegation also thanked the Tripoli Chamber for coordinating bilateral meetings between Libyan and Malaysian companies during the 52nd Tripoli International Fair, noting their fruitfulness in strengthening cooperation opportunities. Both parties emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts to stimulate the economy by activating the private sector and encouraging investment. An agreement was reached to follow up on joint activities and coordinate future economic exhibitions and conferences to support networking for businesses.
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The Chairman of the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Anwar Bousta, met with Daniel Schemsky, the Chargé d’affaires and Deputy Ambassador of Germany to Libya, at the Chamber’s headquarters. Board members Essam Al-Jahani and Saad Al-Dhawi also attended. The meeting focused on strengthening economic cooperation and developing relations between Libya and Germany. Discussions covered various vital sectors and ways to support economic and trade ties, aiming to open new opportunities for the private sector in both nations. Preparations for the upcoming Libyan-German Economic Forum, scheduled for May, were reviewed. The forum is considered important for enhancing partnership opportunities, fostering communication between investors, and facilitating the entry of German companies into the Libyan market. The participants emphasized coordinating efforts to elevate the private sector's role as a key driver for sustainable economic growth, strengthening long-term partnerships, and encouraging foreign investment, particularly from Germany. The Tripoli Chamber stated that the meeting aligns with its commitment to expanding international relations and supporting the business environment to attract investments, ultimately benefiting the national economy.