Events Archive

On July 3, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with AmCham and a group from LCOGRE (Libyan Council for Oil, Gas and Renewable Energies). LCOGRE represents many of the key companies involved in the Libyan energy sector, and its members participated actively in the OTC (Offshore Technology Conference) and RE+ renewable energies conference that AmCham sent delegations to.  

On July 3, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with AmCham and a high level delegation of officers and members from TCCI (Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Industry). TCCI is one of AmCham's key partners in sending delegates to trade fairs in the U.S. This meeting was an opportunity to reflect on the trade fair program and discuss other ways to enhance cooperation between U.S. and Libyan businesses.  

On July 3, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with AmCham and Rami Elhalwagy, MSD Alliance Lead for Libya, Sudan and Yemen. Rami gave an update on MSD's important activities in Libya regarding its vaccines and oncology medicines, and the group discussed how the Embassy and AmCham can support MSD in its business activities in Libya.

AmCham was pleased to host an online discussion with AmCham Member Tadawul Tech to learn about its digital payment solutions. Tadawul Tech has been offering international standard payment solutions for many years, for small and large businesses alike, that go a long way towards improving the payment scenario faced by companies operating in Libya. AmCham was happy for the opportunity to highlight their solutions which have the potential of alleviating a number of the issues faced by companies in Libya. Topics discussed included a description of the solutions offered by Tadawul Tech and how do they work, strategies for getting [...]

AmCham Libya was pleased to meet with senior representatives from the Libyan Council for Oil, Gas and Renewable Energies (LCOGRE). Topics of discussion included how LCOGRE members can engage with the upcoming AmCham oil & gas delegation to Tripoli as well as more broad opportunities for collaboration.  

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a meeting with senior U.S. Embassy officials, including Chargé d'Affaires Jeremy Berndt and Department of Commerce Commercial Attaché Keith Kirkham on Tuesday May 21. AmCham members had the opportunity to hear from Embassy officials about recent developments that impact U.S. companies doing business in Libya and  discuss issues of interest with the visiting officials.

On April 23, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with a group of companies from the HB Group. HB Group is active in almost all sectors within Libya and is the country's largest private employer. Some of the HB Group companies are AmCham Libya members. Given their scope of activities, they were able to provide valuable insight into commercial activities in Libya and suggestions on how to increase the engagement of U.S. companies.

On April 22, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with the AmCham Libya Healthcare Working Group. AmCham Members represented included MSD, AbbVie, and Medtronic. Local company members included NTM Healthcare and Oyavet. David shared with the group the Embassy's current initiatives, and the members shared their experiences promoting U.S. healthcare products in Libya and gave suggestions as to how commercial activities can be supported.

On April 22, the U.S. Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer, David Morrison, met with the AmCham Libya Oil & Gas Working Group. AmCham Members who participated included Halliburton, SLB, Caterpillar, and Hill International. David shared with the group the embassy's current initiatives, and the members shared their perspectives on current challenges and opportunities being faced in the sector in Libya.

On April 18, the U.S. Chamber hosted an Enabling Ecosystems Roundtable at their Washington D.C. headquarters.  A group of African Ministers of Finance shared key opportunities and initiatives by their governments in the area of agricultural support, as well as the primary areas of need for private sector engagement. Corporate leaders shared their experiences in various regions of the continent, as well as initiatives that they hope to deliver or expand upon in Africa. U.S. government representatives and leaders of global financing institutions shared how they can support companies and African nations alike in delivering results for smallholder farmers. Libya [...]

AmCham Libya was pleased to host an online discussion with key members from the USAID-funded Libya Economic Acceleration Project (LEAP) in southern Libya. LEAP, funded by USAID, the U.S. Government international development agency, implemented by Chemonics International, supports private businesses within historically marginalized communities. LEAP partners with local businesses and municipalities across the south of Libya to create economic opportunities, ultimately improving living conditions and laying the grounds for locally driven peace and reconciliation efforts. Topics discussed during the briefing included USAID’s investments in Fezzan through the Libya Economic Acceleration Project, the Fezzan region’s market and opportunities to partner with USAID.

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a virtual meeting between U.S. Special Envoy to Libya, Ambassador Richard Norland and the doctors from the Libyan National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) who recently participated in the U.S. CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness Fellowship program. Dr. Taher Emahbes, Head of the Epidemiology Department at NCDC, and Dr. Hazim Ogorban, Director of the Emergency and Risk Communication office at NCDC, spent 12 weeks at the CDC in Atlanta, GA, participating in the program which is designed to build public health emergency management capacity among members of the international public health community who work in preparedness and response [...]

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a briefing on the Novick Cardiac Alliance's (NCA)12 years of performing pediatric cardiac surgeries in Libya. NCA, based in Memphis, Tennessee, has been performing pediatric cardiac surgeries in Libya since 2012. The team has made 37 trips to Libya, including Benghazi, Tobruk, Tripoli and Misrata. A total of 1,197 children have been treated, and there are 1500 on the waiting list. Dr. Novick talked about the life-saving work that had been done and their plan so that in 2 years many of these surgeries can be conducted without the support of NCA.

AmCham Libya was pleased to make a presentation at the Business Technology Banking Forum held at the Corinthia Hotel from December 18-20, 2023. The topic of the presentation was Perspectives on SME Development in Libya and it covered challenges that SMEs in Libya face as well as some potential solutions. This is an important area of development in Libya, and AmCham is honored to be part of the discussion.  

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a briefing about U.S. company involvement in Libya's agriculture sector. The sector holds great promise for U.S. companies, and during the briefing we heard from U.S. companies active in the sector as well as Libyan companies that have chosen to bring U.S. products into Libya. In addition, we heard from the U.S. Embassy and the Department of Agriculture regarding support they can give to interested companies. Briefing participants included: U.S. Embassy to Libya: David Morrison, Economic and Commercial Officer USDA Foreign Agricultural Service: Ben Rau, Regional Agricultural Attaché Mirasco: Nader Shenouda, Regional Director Food [...]

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a briefing from LIGOS, a Libyan oil services company that has recently purchased U.S. drilling rigs for use in Libya. The National Oil Company (NOC) has indicated an urgent need for drilling services which presents an opportunity for U.S. companies. This briefing offered valuable insights into this promising area for any company that is involved in the oil sector in Libya or follows developments in Libya's economic development in general. Participants from LIGOS included Nadine Nasrat, General Manager and Ahmed Sultan, Drilling Department Manager. David Morrison, Economic and Commercial Officer from the U.S. Embassy [...]

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a briefing from U.S. Special Envoy to Libya, Ambassador Richard Norland. Ambassador Norland shared his thoughts on the evolving political process in Libya and prospects for improving the business climate for U.S. investment as well as U.S. support for the Storm Daniel disaster relief response. AmCham members had an opportunity to address their questions directly to Ambassador Norland.

AmCham Libya was pleased to host a briefing from SLB, the world's largest offshore drilling company. SLB has recently signed a first of its kind turnkey contract to support NWD (National Oil Well Drilling and Workover Company) to drill three wells in the Murzuq Basin. This contract is an important element in NOC's strategic plan to increase oil production, as well as an example of NOC's commitment to work with multinationals. SLB shared key insights from its long history in Libya, as well as reflections on this current contract. In addition, Marina Galkina, Economic Officer from the U.S. Embassy to [...]

AmCham Libya met with NCDC (National Center of Disease Control) to discuss their upcoming participation in the 2023 Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship (PHEM), which will be held at the U.S. CDC in Atlanta, Georgia from 28 August to 17 November. The PHEM fellowship aims to build public health emergency management capacity among members of the international public health community who work in preparedness and response. Participants will take public health emergency management courses and receive exposure to CDC’s Emergency Operations Center and key organizational units within the agency as well as participate in briefings and trainings and connect with [...]

AmCham Libya met with REAOL (Renewable Energy Authority of Libya) to discuss their upcoming participation in the RE+ 2023 clean energy event happening in Las Vegas, NV September 11-14. The high level REAOL delegation will be part of an international group being escorted by the U.S. Department of Commerce. RE+ is the largest and most comprehensive event in North America for the clean energy industry and brings together an extensive alliance of renewable energy leaders for multiple days of programming and networking opportunities.

AmCham Libya participated with a booth at the TransLogistica Libya 2023 Fair held in Misrata, representing its U.S.-based members.

AmCham Libya facilitated the attendance of interested delegates from Libya to the U.S. Poultry Buyers Conference, organized by the USA Poultry and Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The event brought together buyers from North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa for one-on-one meetings with U.S. suppliers in Casablanca. USAPEEC Members who attended were:  Agrisar, Atlas Foods, Ayamo Global Food, Boston Agrex, Brecon Foods, Circle Foods, Evia Foods, Excellent Meat, Grove Services, Interra International, Intervision Foods, IOEC, Lamex Foods, Meat Team, Maple Leaf Farms, Mirasco, Mountaire Farms, Nowaco, Partners Network, PMI Foods, Pilgrim’s, and  Sure Good [...]

AmCham Libya organized a delegation of members from the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) and the Benghazi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BENCCI) to attend the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, TX from May 1-4. The Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) is a series of conferences and exhibitions focused on exchanging technical knowledge relevant to the development of offshore energy resources, primarily oil and natural gas.  OTC is the largest oil and gas sector trade show in the world. There were expected to be over 50,000 visitors and 2000 exhibitors. OTC includes attendees from around the globe, with more than [...]

The U.S. Chamber and AmCham Libya held a reception for the Libyan Minister of Health at the U.S. Chamber headquarters in Washington D.C. on April 14. This was an opportunity to bring U.S. companies closer to important Libyan decision makers, and allowed our members, particularly from the healthcare sector, to have direct engagement with the Minister of Health and his team. The event was also honored with the presence of Ambassador Richard Norland, U.S. Special Envoy for Libya and Rachel Billingslea, Executive Director, Middle East and Africa, U.S. Department of Commerce. The Ministry of Health has announced a number of [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham) visited Benghazi on March 1 to participate in meetings with Mayor Alsaqer Emran Abojwary as well as a delegation from the Benghazi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI). AmCham was received in the Mayor's office where they discussed specific initiatives that could be undertaken in order to bring U.S. companies to Benghazi. AmCham President, Debbie Hirst, said: "We were very impressed with our visit to Benghazi. We believe there are interesting opportunities for U.S. companies to engage in Benghazi. There are multiple sources of funding available, and the authorities are taking special [...]

On January 25, The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted an online briefing by H.E. Mohamed Hwej, Libyan Minister of Economy and Trade. Minister Hwej spoke about the latest developments concerning the Ministry of Economy and provided his thoughts on the importance of private business initiatives in Libya. There was an introduction by Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer with the U.S. Department of Commerce as well as brief remarks from Pedro Campo-Boue, U.S. Embassy Economic and Commercial Officer, and Guevera Yao, Executive Director of the U.S.-Africa Business Center at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Senior managers [...]

The U.S. Department of Commerce and AmCham Libya organized a delegation of members from the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) to attend the World of Concrete conference in Las Vegas, NV from January 17-19, 2023.    It was a U.S. Commercial Service delegation which included benefits such as assistance arranging and scheduling appointments with U.S. exhibitors and a reception for delegates to meet up with U.S. companies who are interested in exporting to Libya.   This event was significant for the following reasons: This was the first time that there has been a U.S. Commercial Service delegation from [...]

On January 11, AmCham Libya, together with the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Industry (TCCI) organized a reception to honor the delegation of Libyan businesspeople who will be attending the World of Concrete Conference in Las Vegas, NV from January 17-19.    This is a U.S. Commercial Service delegation. It is being organized together with the TCCI. The benefits of a U.S. Commercial Service delegation include assistance arranging and scheduling appointments with U.S. exhibitors and a reception for delegates to meet up with U.S. companies who are interested in exporting to Libya   This event is significant for the following [...]

On January 10, AmCham Libya President Debbie Hirst made a presentation at the 3rd International Banking, Insurance & Investment Exhibition and Conference on the topic of the U.S. company perspective on the current Libyan investment scenario.

On November 17, The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted an online briefing by H.E. Saddek Elkaber, Governor of the Central Bank of Libya. Governor Elkaber spoke about latest developments concerning the Central Bank of Libya and provided insights on the current state of the Libyan banking sector. The Governor was introduced by Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer with the U.S. Department of Commerce. Senior managers from a selection of AmCham members participated, including: Abbott, Caterpillar, Cisco, GE, Halliburton, Hill, Honeywell, MSD (Merck) and Visa. The briefing was moderated by AmCham Board Member Jason Pack.

On November 9, AmCham Libya hosted an online briefing by the U.S. Embassy to Libya and USAID on the Global Fragility Act and the Libya Economic Acceleration Project (LEAP). AmCham Members had the opportunity to share their thoughts regarding the principal drivers of instability in Libya, and what would be worthwhile initiatives on the part of the GFA. The briefing included an overview of the legislation with a description of potential focus areas and overarching objectives for Libya as well as a discussion on ideas to improve and transform the U.S. Government relationship with Libyan institutions in order to achieve [...]

On October 28, AmCham Members were given the opportunity to meet with Chargé d’Affaires Leslie Ordeman and Commercial Officer Pedro Campo-Boué during their trip to Tripoli. Participating AmCham Members included Caterpillar, Hill, Orkin, Visa, Adrar Security and Expertise Consultancy. Discussion topics included various initiatives that the U.S. Embassy is progressing as well as input from AmCham Members regarding the current business scenario in Libya and how the U.S. Government can support the efforts of U.S. companies in Libya. Libya Review covered the meeting, a report of which you can read here.

On October 11, AmCham members received an online briefing from AmCham Libya's Ex-Officio Board Members, Pedro G. Campo-Boué, Commercial Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya and Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer, North Africa and the Levant, U.S Department of Commerce. Pedro and Keith discussed current U.S. Government initiatives to support U.S. company engagement in Libya, and answered questions from members.

On July 7, AmCham members received an online briefing from AmCham Libya's Ex-Officio Board Members, Pedro G. Campo-Boué, Commercial Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya and Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer, North Africa and the Levant, U.S Department of Commerce. Pedro and Keith discussed current U.S. Government initiatives to support U.S. company engagement in Libya, and answered questions from members. In addition, Sonam Liberman, Political Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya, gave a presentation on the Global Fragility Act and how it may impact your activities.

On May 10, AmCham members received an online briefing on the successful implementation of NOV Fiberspar Spoolable Pipe by its local partner Zulal Water Technology (ZWT). The project Case Study touched on many issues that are relevant to all AmCham members including the importance of choosing the right local partner, the challenges that can be faced when doing projects in Libya, and key points to focus on in order to achieve success. Panelists included Pedro Campo-Boue, Economic and Commercial Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Libya, Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer, North Africa and the Levant from the U.S. [...]

On March 22, Board Member Jason Pack and Jonathan Winer, former U.S. Special Envoy for Libya, gave a briefing to AmCham Members about Jason's new book "Libya and the Global Enduring Disorder" and why its revelations provide useful guidance to doing business in Libya today. A recording of the briefing can be viewed below: https://youtu.be/1YYpJjvyMDA  

On February 10, Ambassador Norland shared his reflections on the evolving political process in Libya and prospects for improving the business climate for U.S. investment. He responded to a range of questions from AmCham members regarding issues related to commercial engagement in Libya.

On November 22 and 23, 2021, AmCham Libya participated in the Libya Energy & Economic Summit. The event represented the first international energy event in Tripoli in almost a decade, as Libya seeks to revive its oil and gas industry and boost oil output on the back of more stable conditions in the country. The event sought to drive foreign capital, technology and expertise into the country’s energy sector, utilizing sectoral revitalization as a catalyst for broader economic growth. The event attracted significant participation from visitors outside of Libya. AmCham was a Sponsor of the event, and participated on an Infrastructure [...]

On 21 November, AmCham Libya and Libya-Analysis co-hosted the first American Company Trade Mission to Libya in nine years. The event took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Tripoli and at the offices of the Central Bank. The event brought together delegates from leading US companies (such as Bechtel, Caterpillar, GE and Hill International) and key leadership figures from the Government of National Unity (GNU) and Libya's major semi-sovereign institutions. The delegation met Libyan stakeholders including the Minister of Economy and Trade, the Head of the PIB, the GNU Special Envoy to the U.S., the CBL Governor, the Chairman [...]

On September 21 AmCham Libya participated in a meeting between the U.S. Embassy, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Libyan Ministry of Agriculture to explore opportunities for collaboration between the U.S. and Libya in the agricultural sector. Participants in the meeting included Ambassador Richard Norland, Minister of Agriculture Dr. Hamad Almaryami, USDA Agricultural Attache Thom Wright, as well as AmCham Director Debbie Hirst and Deputy Director Ahmed Ghazali.

AmCham Libya and the U.S. Embassy to Libya presented an online briefing on opportunities for sustainable economic growth in Southern Libya, including an important Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project being implemented by The PepsiCo Foundation and the World Food Programme (WFP). The project involves a hydroponic farm development which will increase access to sufficient food in a historically economically depressed area. Hydroponic farming allows for the efficient production of food which provides nutrition and livelihoods for the local community. Topics discussed included: current investments of Pepsi in Libya; The PepsiCo Foundation and its partnership in Libya; project details and its [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) and the U.S. Embassy to Libya hosted a Libya Healthcare Sector Roundtable. This event brought together key decision makers from Libyan institutions, major U.S. companies active in the sector and the U.S. State Department. Roundtable Participants included: U.S. Embassy to Libya: Ambassador Richard B. Norland Libyan Ministry of Health: Minister Ali Al Zanati Abbott: Bassem Bibi, Divisional Vice President AMI: Dr. Andrew Walker, Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder GE Healthcare: Nael Dabbagh, General Manager, MENAT MSD (Merck): Dr. Hazem Abdel Samie, Managing Director Topics under discussion included: • Current priorities for Libya's [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted an online Q&A session with Mohammed Ali Abdallah, GNU Special Envoy to the United States. Mr. Abdallah's particular focus within this role is on the commercial sector and fostering business between U.S. companies and Libya. During the Q&A session participants learned about the current commercial priorities for the GNU, and received useful information about how to find and pursue opportunities in Libya. They also learned about how to successfully get contracts paid.

The U.S. Embassy to Libya and the American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted an online discussion with Joyce Bender, an advocate for disability employment and an executive board member and secretary of the American Association of People with Disabilities. Event Participants included: Joyce Bender, CEO, President and Founder of Bender Consulting Services, Inc. Richard B. Norland, U.S. Ambassador to Libya Debbie Hirst, Director of AmCham Libya During the discussion, attendees learned about the value of employing workers with disabilities, heard expert advice about fostering inclusive workplaces, and had the opportunity to pose questions about applying lessons to [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted an exclusive briefing from Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dabaiba. The online event which began with an introduction by U.S. Ambassador to Libya Richard Norland, brought together Libyan government leadership, major U.S. companies active in Libya and the U.S. State Department. Briefing Participants included: Government of National Unity of Libya: Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dabaiba U.S. Embassy to Libya: Ambassador Richard B. Norland Government of National Unity of Libya: Mohammed Ali Abdallah, Libyan Government Special Envoy to U.S. Panelist participants included representatives from: Abbott, Bechtel, General Electric, MSD, Pepsi, and Visa. [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted a briefing from Dr. Faisel Gergab, Chairman of LPTIC (Libya Post, Telecommunication and Information Holding Company) regarding commercial opportunities for U.S. companies in the Libyan ICT (Information and Communications Technology) sector. As well as Dr. Gergab, we are grateful to the representatives of key LPTIC subsidiaries for participating as panelists in this important briefing. Dr. Gergab was introduced by Daniel Liss, Economic Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya. Topics under discussion included: An overview of commercial opportunities for U.S. companies in the ICT sector in Libya LPTIC success stories [...]

The American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) hosted a virtual meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Libya and AmCham Libya Honorary Chairman, Richard Norland. The Ambassador exchanged views with current and prospective AmCham members regarding the evolving political process in Libya and prospects for improving the business climate for U.S. investment. Ambassador Norland underscored that the ongoing political process in Libya provided a unique opportunity for Libyan political and economic leaders to achieve these reforms and make Libya a strong and reliable partner for private sector investment. American companies expressed a strong desire to deploy their technical expertise and [...]

Jason Pack, AmCham Board Member and Libya Scholar, gave an online briefing on the subject of American policy towards Libya and possible impacts of the upcoming Presidential election. It covered American engagement in Libya under the Trump administration and touched on arguments from his recent piece for Foreign Policy, "The Israel-UAE Deal Won’t Bring Peace, but It Will Prolong the War in Libya". Jason commented on how he sees the Libyan commercial scene evolving in 2021 for American companies in the electricity, oil & gas, construction, and related sectors if oil prices remain low or the blockade continues. AmCham members [...]

AmCham Libya and the U.S. Embassy to Libya co-hosted the Libya Power Sector Roundtable. This online event brought together key decision makers from Libyan institutions, major U.S. companies active in the sector, the U.S. State Department and USAID, which is currently working on electricity sector reform in Libya. Panelists included Joshua Harris, Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy to Libya, Weam Elabdeli, Chairman at GECOL, Dr. Abdussalam Elansari, Deputy Chairman at GECOL, Dr. Mohamed Elhadi Mashena, Advisor for Energy Affairs at GNA, Mamoun Saad, Country Manager for Libya at Bechtel, Raouf Ben Ltaifa, Deputy General Manager for Libya [...]

This briefing focussed on Daniel's current high priority issues, including the situation regarding Letters of Credit, the oil shutdown, and the ongoing conflict in Libya.

AmCham Libya attended the Prosper Africa Conference organized by the U.S. Embassy and the American Chamber of Commerce in Tunisia.

The event supported a central theme of the Dialogue: promoting increased trade and investment in Libya, especially in the energy sector.

The 2-day event focussed on current developments in the five Maghreb countries.

The AmCham Director and Deputy Director attended the Independence Day Celebration.

A day of events organized by the U.S. Chamber, for the North Africa AmChams.

The U.S. Embassy Libya External Office co-hosted a screening of the upcoming BBC documentary.

The U.S. Embassy in Libya’s External Office and the LLIDF co-hosted a commercial roundtable.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted a roundtable discussion for Prime Minister Serraj and US private sector representatives.

Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)

The Libya Investment Summit examined commercial and technical opportunities and challenges.

A presentation focused on the opportunities and challenges associated with doing business in Libya.