BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//AmCham Libya - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://libyaamcham.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for AmCham Libya REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20260430T144721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T144721Z UID:3872-1777248000-1777334399@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing on current U.S. Government initiatives in Libya related to the commercial sector DESCRIPTION:AmCham was pleased to host an online briefing by AmCham Libya’s Ex-Officio Board Members\, Mike LaRocque\, Economic and Commercial Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya and Paul Oliva\, Senior Commercial Officer and First Secretary for Commercial Affairs\, U.S Department of Commerce.Mike and Paul discussed current U.S. Government initiatives to support U.S. company engagement in Libya\, and answered questions from Members.The briefing was extremely useful to companies that are already engaged in Libya or looking to become active. AmCham members appreciated the opportunity to get an update from the US government representatives who are actively involved on a day-to-day basis supporting U.S. company interests in Libya. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-on-current-u-s-government-initiatives-in-libya-related-to-the-commercial-sector-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20260421T133114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T133114Z UID:3867-1776643200-1776729599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing on AmCham Member Success Stories - East and West DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was delighted to organize a briefing on two success stories from our members. During the briefing we learned about the projects\, how the companies involved navigated the Libyan complexities to get to this point\, and structured their projects in order to ensure payment reliability.The first project involves US company Visual Technologies and their client\, the NOC Petroleum Research Center – PRC (PRC is the technical arm of NOC\, responsible for testing and studies). The project scope includes implementation of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)\, Command Control Center\, PRC-based AI large language model (LLM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.The second project involves US company Valley Valmont and their client\, the National Development Agency (Sirte-based governmental agency). The project currently consists of an MOU for 1000 center pivot irrigation systems across the southern region of Libya.Presenters included Habib Sheikh\, Managing Partner\, Visual Technologies\, Eng. Khaled Khalifa Atti\, General Manager\, PRC and Mamoun Alani\, Sales & Business Development Manager\, Valmont.It was an excellent opportunity to learn about some US company successes in Libya. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-on-amcham-member-success-stories-east-and-west/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260129 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20260130T153724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T154014Z UID:3835-1769472000-1769644799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Healthcare Workshop in Tripoli DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to organize the first-ever U.S. Company Healthcare Workshop in Libya. With the participation of some of the world’s leading healthcare companies\, the workshop aimed to highlight the world-class goods and services these companies provide and to engage closely with key Libyan government stakeholders. U.S. healthcare companies face challenges when they engage in Libya\, in particular in the area of payments. This workshop brought together key stakeholders to identify challenges in the process\, and start a discussion on how to improve the situation.Participating U.S. companies were: Abbott\, AbbVie\, GE Healthcare\, IQVIA\, Medtronic\, MSD and Pfizer. Presentations given by the companies included topics such as “Pharmaceutical Illicit Trade: A Threat for Patient Safety”\, “Rapid diagnostics in service of the Libyan population”\, “Pharma industry trends and data importance in healthcare management”\, “Innovations in the area of imaging” and “Latest developments in diabetes pumps”.Important Libyan stakeholders participated\, including Minister of Health Mohamed AlGhoj and Haider El Saeh\, Director General of the National Center for Disease Control and Head of the National Cancer Control Authority. The U.S. companies had the opportunity for one-on-one meetings with Minister AlGhoj.Mike LaRocque\, the Embassy Commercial and Economic Officer represented the U.S. Embassy and took advantage of the event to engage closely with the U.S. companies present and the Libyan government stakeholders.During the Healthcare Workshop\, AmCham Libya was excited to support a U.S. Department of State virtual event highlighting the Libyan health sector.  For the first time ever\, Libya was showcased through the U.S. State Department Direct Line program which highlights programs of commercial interest around the world. Presented by the U.S. Embassy and the Minister of Health\, the event highlighted the opportunities for U.S. companies in the Libyan healthcare sector\, and delivered the message that the U.S. Government is encouraging U.S. companies to engage in Libya.AmCham is grateful for the continuing support of its members for making the effort to come. And\, as always\, we are grateful to the U.S. Embassy for spending time with the participating companies. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-healthcare-workshop-in-tripoli-january-27-28/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20260130T131505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T132235Z UID:3830-1769212800-1769471999@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Pavilion at Libya Energy & Economic Summit 2026 DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to organize the Second AmCham Pavilion at the 2026 Libya Energy & Economic Summit (LEES) in Tripoli January 24-26. The 2026 Pavilion built on the success of last year’s Pavilion\, and was made up of 17 companies\, including some of the world’s greatest in the energy sector. This year’s participants were: Baker Hughes\, Caterpillar\, Chevron\, ConocoPhillips\, Cudd Well Control\, Elastec\, GardaWorld\, GE Vernova\, H&P\, Halliburton\, Hill International\, KBR\, Nabors\, NOV\, PICO Technologies\, Red Wing and SLB.LEES had a very American flavor this year. Massad Boulos\, Senior Advisor to the President on Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs\, was a key note speaker. ConocoPhillips and Chevron headlined LEES with signing ceremonies. Prime Minister Dabaiba and Dr. Boulos toured the AmCham Pavilion\, which was great fun for the participating companies.Mike LaRocque\, the Commercial and Economic Officer at the Embassy headlined the US-Libya Roundtable organized by AmCham. We were honored by the participation of NOC Chairman Massoud Suleiman and Minister of Oil Khalifa Abdulsadek\, as well as senior management from our visiting US companies. Mike also provided the Pavilion participants with one of the highlights of the event for them\, which is the private briefing\, taking the opportunity to pass the message of how important  commercial engagement with Libya is to the current administration.AmCham is grateful for the continuing support of its members for making the effort to come. And\, as always\, we are grateful to the U.S. Embassy for spending time with the participating companies. \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-pavilion-at-libya-energy-economic-summit-2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251217 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251218 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20251217T183341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T183341Z UID:3806-1765929600-1766015999@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing from Abbott on groundbreaking artificial heart program in Libya DESCRIPTION:AmCham was pleased to organize a briefing from AmCham Member Abbott on its groundbreaking artificial heart program in Libya. Abbott\, a leading U.S. healthcare company\, was pleased to share with AmCham members the recent implementation of its LVAD artificial heart program in Libya. Designed for patients with advanced heart failure\, this type of technology was previously not available in Libya\, resulting in either expensive and complicated treatment outside of Libya\, or the death of the patient. Abbott invested in the training of a team of surgeons from Tripoli and Benghazi\, and these teams are now able to perform this life-saving treatment in Libya. This results in significant financial savings\, capacity building for Libyan doctors\, and\, most importantly\, saving Libyan lives.AmCham was honored by the opportunity to arrange this important meeting. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-from-abbott-on-groundbreaking-artificial-heart-program-in-libya/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251217 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20251217T182519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194636Z UID:3803-1765843200-1765929599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:U.S. Government initiatives in Libya related to the commercial sector. DESCRIPTION:AmCham was pleased to organize a briefing on current U.S. Government initiatives in Libya related to the commercial sector. Participants included Paul Oliva\, Senior Commercial Officer and First Secretary for Commercial Affairs of the U.S Department of Commerce and Mike LaRocque\, Economic and Commercial Officer at the U.S. Embassy to Libya. Paul and Mike presented the current priorities of the U.S. Government in Libya\, and emphasized the importance of commercial activities to the U.S. administration. AmCham members were able to ask their questions which ranged from topics such as AmCham events that the Embassy plans to attend in Libya\, the U.S. visa ban on Libyans\, and the recently announced Libyan unified development program.AmCham was honored by the opportunity to arrange this important meeting. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/u-s-government-initiatives-in-libya-related-to-the-commercial-sector/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251209 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20251209T171017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T171017Z UID:3795-1765152000-1765238399@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham honored at U.S. Embassy National Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to participate in the U.S. Embassy National Day Celebration on December 8 in Tripoli. This is the second year in a row the Embassy has organized a celebration\, and AmCham was proud to help arrange sponsorship for the event by its members. We are grateful for the support AmCham receives from the Embassy\, and look forward to next year’s event\, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-honored-at-u-s-embassy-national-day-celebration/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20251030T193855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T193855Z UID:3788-1760486400-1760572799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham VP profiled in Gulf Agriculture magazine as a leader in Libya's agricultural transformation. DESCRIPTION:  \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/gulfagriculture_powering-libyas-green-renaissance-how-al-fath-activity-7383791242314293248-Mcms/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAACdz5QcBlnkgSg2QqbZsUZ9sa_jBal37pZY URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-vp-profiled-in-gulf-agriculture-magazine-as-a-leader-in-libyas-agricultural-transformation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250921T132324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T132324Z UID:3769-1757635200-1757721599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Commercial Event With Libyan Government Delegation in D.C. DESCRIPTION:AmCham was pleased to organize a commercial event for a visiting delegation of senior representatives from the Libyan government. Visiting Libyan officials included:Minister of Oil and Gas\, Dr. Khalifa Rajab AbdulsadekChairman of the Libyan Investment Authority\, Ali MahmoudActing Minister of Health\, Mohamed AlghojUndersecretary of Ministry of Economy\, Dr. Suhail Abu ShihaChairman of the ICT Authority\, Abdulbaset AlbaourChairman of the Libyan Mining Corporation\, Frag AlshandouliGM of the General Electricity Company of Libya\, Abdullah HamoudahChairman of the Renewable Energy Authority\, Asiel ArtaimaDG of the Administrative Centers Development Authority\, Sami ElabeshA number of senior representatives from the U.S. Government were also present\, including:Senior Advisor to the President\, Dr. Massad BoulosU.S Department of Commerce\, Energy Expert Rorey HughesUSTDA\, Regional Director for MENA-EE\, Carl KressThe visiting companies participated in a series of roundtables covering the industries of Oil & Gas\, Electricity\, Renewables\, Minerals\, IT\, Healthcare and Infrastructure.This event would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors: Hill International (Main Sponsor)\, Alfa Healthcare\, GardaWorld\, NAPMICO and Zahaf & Partners.AmCham was honored by the opportunity to arrange this important meeting. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/commercial-event-with-libyan-government-delegation-in-d-c/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250805 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250807T083716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T083716Z UID:3752-1754265600-1754351999@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing on Employer of Record (EOR) and Immigration Services in Libya DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to organize an online briefing on Employer of Record (EOR) and immigration services in Libya. The briefing was provided by Ahmed Ghattour & Co and Ernst & Young\, and described their EOR and immigration services to support international companies in hiring and managing employees in Libya without the need to establish a legal entity. Through the EOR model\, Ahmed Ghattour & Co becomes the legal employer of the staff member\, handling all local compliance\, payroll\, taxes\, social security\, HR administration and visa/immigration issues\, while the original employer retains full operational control over the employee. It was a very informative session about a topic that is of great importance to any US company looking to enter the Libyan market. AmCham thanks Ahmed Ghattour & Co and EY for their time and effort to present these solutions. \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-on-employer-of-record-eor-and-immigration-services-in-libya/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250727 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250728T172924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T172924Z UID:3746-1753574400-1753660799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham meets with Acting Minister of Health DESCRIPTION:AmCham was honored to meet with the Acting Minister of Health\, Mohamed Alghoj and his team to discuss how US companies can collaborate to bring healthcare solutions to Libya. Libya has a great appreciation for the innovation and quality of US healthcare products\, and AmCham is pleased to support additional engagement. Future events that were discussed include a meeting to occur soon in the US\, as well as a workshop to occur in Tripoli. \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-meets-with-acting-minister-of-health/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250709 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250710 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250710T134654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T134654Z UID:3742-1752019200-1752105599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Libyan Healthcare Sector Update DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was delighted to host an online briefing on the Libyan Healthcare Sector. The Libyan Healthcare Sector has experienced a number of significant changes recently including the replacement of the Minister of Health; competing regulatory oversight by the ACA and Audit Bureau; reductions in U.S. supplier contracts; and additional tax burdens. Malak Zarrough from NTM Healthcare provided a comprehensive review\, and there was a lively discussion among various AmCham members who are part of the AmCham Libya Healthcare Working Group. We thank our members for their participation and look forward to future initiatives to support our members in the sector. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/libyan-healthcare-sector-update/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250708 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250709T121318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T121318Z UID:3737-1751846400-1751932799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Attends Opening Ceremony for Third Ring Road in Tripoli DESCRIPTION:AmCham was proud to support Hill International during the grand opening ceremony of the first phase of the Third Ring Road in Tripoli. Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba was the guest of honor at the ceremony honoring the biggest infrastructure project in Libya in more than 30 years. AmCham congratulates Hill International for its accomplishments with this project! URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-attends-opening-ceremony-for-third-ring-road-in-tripoli/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250702T142038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T142038Z UID:3733-1751328000-1751414399@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:University of Texas Permian Basin and the National Oil Corporation (NOC) Department of Training and Capacity Development Discussion DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to host a discussion with the University of Texas Permian Basin and the National Oil Corporation (NOC) Department of Training and Capacity Development. We are honored that NOC continues to explore training opportunities in the US\, given the longstanding history of the US in the Libyan oil sector. The Permian Basin represents all that is great about the US oil sector\, and it would be a wonderful professional development opportunity for NOC managers. AmCham looks forward to future developments. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/university-of-texas-permian-basin-and-the-national-oil-corporation-noc-department-of-training-and-capacity-development-discussion/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250426 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250429T121132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T121132Z UID:3697-1745539200-1745625599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Reception for Libyan Ministerial Delegation - Washington D.C. DESCRIPTION:AmCham was delighted to host a reception in honor of H.E. Dr. Khalifa Abdulsadek\, Libyan Minister of Oil and Gas and the accompanying governmental delegation during their visit to Washington\, D.C. to attend the World Bank/IMF meetings. The reception was made possible due to the generous sponsorship of AmCham member Hill International as well as additional support from AVSCO and Cornerstone Valve. \nSpecial guests included U.S. Special Envoy to Libya\, Ambassador Richard Norland\, as well as representatives from the State Department\, Commerce Department and Department of Energy. Participating companies had the opportunity to introduce and present themselves to the visiting delegation\, as well as have one-on-one meetings with Minister Abdulsadek. Senior level representatives from the Prime Minister’s office and the Ministry of Economy addressed the participants and gave updates on the current situation in Libya and the opportunities available for U.S. companies. \nAmCham was honored to have the opportunity to host this reception and we look forward to more in the future. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/reception-for-libyan-ministerial-delegation-washington-d-c/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250418 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250419T111445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T111445Z UID:3689-1744848000-1744934399@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing from IFC (International Finance Corporation) on Libyan Activities DESCRIPTION:AmCham was delighted to host an online discussion with IFC to learn about their current initiatives in Libya. IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Working in more than 100 countries\, in 2024\, IFC committed a record $56 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries. Greater involvement by IFC in Libya would bring significant benefits to the country and U.S. companies\, and its growing interest in Libya sends an important signal. \nThe briefing included an introduction to the IFC product portfolio\, an overview of IFC’s current activities in Libya\, and a Q&A session with AmCham members. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-from-ifc-international-finance-corporation-on-libyan-activities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250405T131415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T131415Z UID:3676-1743638400-1743724799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Executive Business Roundtable at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was pleased to host a U.S. – Libya Executive Business Roundtable at the U.S. Chamber offices in Washington DC. The U.S. Special Envoy to Libya\, Ambassador Richard Norland attended. The event convened senior executives from Libyan and American companies and included a holistic panel discussion on “Doing Business in Libya” to explore ways to strengthen trade and foster business partnerships between U.S. and Libya. In addition\, a sector-specific panel discussion on “Unlocking the Potential of Libya’s Health and Wellness Sector” built on the momentum generated in prior engagements. This session focused on advancing healthcare initiatives\, through knowledge exchanges\, promoting best practices\, and identifying opportunities for U.S. investment in Libya’s health infrastructure. \nAmCham Libya was pleased to provide this opportunity to its members and looks forward to organizing similar events in the future. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-executive-business-roundtable-at-the-u-s-chamber-of-commerce/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250405T125617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T125617Z UID:3670-1743638400-1743724799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Libya meeting with United States House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC) DESCRIPTION:On April 3\, AmCham Libya was pleased to organize a meeting for our members with the office of the ranking member of House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC) for Middle East and North Africa\, Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida. The purpose of the meeting was to allow the AmCham visitors to articulate areas where the US Government can support US companies active in Libya.  Introductory comments focused on the potential for US business interests in Libya and highlighting some of AmCham’s accomplishments in the last years. It is important that the U.S. Government hear from companies that are engaged in Libya to better understand the revenues involved and the reality on the ground. AmCham is pleased to be able to support its members in this way\, and we intend to repeat these kinds of meetings on an annual basis. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-libya-meeting-with-united-states-house-foreign-affairs-committee-hfac/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20250125T162635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250125T162635Z UID:3640-1737158400-1737331199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham Pavilion at Libya Energy & Economic Summit DESCRIPTION:AmCham Libya was thrilled to organize the first-of-its-kind U.S. company Pavilion at the Libya Energy and Economic Summit held in Tripoli January 18-19. 18 U.S. companies participated in the AmCham Pavilion\, a first for Libya. Companies ranged from some of the world’s largest\, to smaller companies with particular specialties in the energy sector. Pavilion participants included: \nCaterpillar\nConocoPhillips\nCornerstone Valve/AVSCO Houston\nCudd Well Control\nElastec\nFreedom First\nGardaWorld Security\nHalliburton\nHelmerich & Payne\nHill International\nLSPI\nNabors\nNOV\nPegasus Power Solutions\nRA International\nSLB\nVisual Technologies \nOn the opening day of the Summit we were honored to receive a private briefing from Jeremy Berndt\, Chargé d’Affaires\, US Embassy to Libya followed by a tour of the Pavilion\, also accompanied by Minister of Oil and Gas Khalifa Abdulsadeq. AmCham moderated the U.S.-Libya Roundtable which included Jeremy Berndt and senior executives from ConocoPhillips\, Nabors and SLB. The message was sent that U.S. companies are willing to engage in Libya and are looking forward to positive developments in Libya. Finally\, the Pavilion was honored with a visit from Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba\, as well as the Acting Chairman of NOC\, the Minister of Oil and Gas and the Minister of Economy. \nAmCham was excited to organize this first ever event in Libya and is looking forward to building on its success with future events. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-pavilion-at-libya-energy-economic-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241207T094921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T094921Z UID:3608-1733356800-1733443199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Insurance Sector Briefing from Al Baraka Insurance Company DESCRIPTION:AmCham was pleased to host an online discussion with AmCham Member Al Baraka Insurance Company to learn about available insurances in the Libyan market. Insurance is absolutely vital when proceeding with business ventures\, and in particular\, for international companies that are accustomed to a well-developed insurance market and may have standard requirements regarding what policies need to be in place. Topics discussed included a summary of the policies available from Al Baraka including  medical/health\, vehicles/fleet management\, liability (product/employer/professional indemnity\, etc)\, construction sector (contractors all risk\, erection all risk\, etc.)\, marine\, aviation\, fire\, investments (business interruption\, risk of war\, advance loss of profit\, currency convertibility\, expropriation\, breach of contract\, etc.) In addition\, a brief description of the claims process was presented. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/insurance-sector-briefing-from-al-baraka-insurance-company/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241202 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241203T084453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T084453Z UID:3604-1733011200-1733097599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham attends U.S. Department of Commerce NOC Workshop Reception DESCRIPTION:On December 1\, AmCham was pleased to attend the reception hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce during the National Oil Company (NOC) Workshop organized in Cairo\, Egypt. Participating U.S. companies included Aspentech\, Catalyst US\, Dell\, NOV\, Palo Alto Networks\, Pegasus Power Solutions\, SLB\, and Uptime Institute. We were pleased to meet separately with Scott Pozil\, Regional Minster Counselor for Commercial Affairs\, to discuss ideas for collaborations in 2025. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-attends-u-s-department-of-commerce-noc-workshop-reception/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241121T085035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T085035Z UID:3599-1732060800-1732147199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham and U.S. Embassy meet with Benghazi Chamber of Commerce (BENCCI) DESCRIPTION:On November 20\, AmCham Libya and the U.S. Embassy to Libya met with a delegation from Benghazi Chamber of Commerce\, Trade\, Industry and Agriculture (BENCCI) in Benghazi. The group discussed the opportunities available for companies in Benghazi and ideas about how to increase the engagement of U.S. companies. BENCCI expressed its appreciation for the support the Embassy and AmCham give to its members to attend trade events in the U.S. and its hope that this support will continue and grow. \n       URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-and-u-s-embassy-meet-with-benghazi-chamber-of-commerce-bencci/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241112 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241120T135519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T135519Z UID:3596-1731283200-1731369599@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham holds inaugural meeting of Healthcare Working Group DESCRIPTION:On November 11\, AmCham Libya held the inaugural meeting of its Healthcare Working Group (HWG). The goal of the HWG is to advance issues that are important to its members and facilitate the delivery of world class healthcare products to Libyans. \nAmCham members that are part of the group include: Abbott\, AbbVie\, Boston Scientific\, Medtronic\, MSD and Pfizer. \nAmong the agenda items of the meeting were a discussion of challenges being faced by the healthcare members and how to overcome them\, identification of the priorities of the HWG\, and an initial discussion on the AmCham Libya  healthcare workshop being planned for Tripoli. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-holds-inaugural-meeting-of-healthcare-working-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241028T095758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T095758Z UID:3590-1729900800-1729987199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:First International Forum and Exhibition for the Medical Supplies Organization DESCRIPTION:Debbie Hirst\, President of AmCham Libya\, was happy to support AmCham Member Pfizer at their booth during the opening of the First International Forum and Exhibition for the Medical Supplies Organization on October 26. We were honored by Prime Minister Dabaiba’s visit and Dr. Yazid Alsagati\, the Chairman of MSO. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/first-international-forum-and-exhibition-for-the-medical-supplies-organization/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241003T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241003T000000 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20241003T103718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T103753Z UID:3560-1727913600-1727913600@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham signs MoU with Presidential Council DESCRIPTION:On September 26 in New York City\, American Chamber of Commerce in Libya (AmCham Libya) members had the opportunity for an interactive session with Mohamed Menfi\, President of the Libyan Presidential Council\, during the week he was participating in UN General Assembly meetings. At the conclusion of the session\, an MoU between AmCham and the Presidential Council was signed. \nSenior executives from leading U.S. companies participated in the event\, including from GE Vernova\, Citibank\, Hill International\, Merck\, GardaWorld Federal Services\, Cudd Well Control and UNIFI Communications. \nThe MoU includes elements such as facilitating U.S. business participation in Libya by addressing any potential challenges they may encounter\, enhancing payment mechanisms that support commercial transactions between the two countries and supporting trade delegations between Libya and the United States. \nOther important attendees of the event were Acting Minister of Oil and Gas Khalifa Abdelsadek and Libyan Ambassador to the UN Taher El Sonni. \n                                   URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-signs-mou-with-presidential-council/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240815 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20240816T225550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T225550Z UID:3532-1723680000-1723766399@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:AmCham supports Libyan Renewable Energy Authority in regional presentation to U.S. suppliers DESCRIPTION:On August 15\, AmCham was pleased to support REAOL (Renewable Energy Authority of Libya) in a regional presentation organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce Commercial Service and the RE+ event management team in order to introduce U.S. suppliers to the renewable energy opportunities in North Africa. The webinar highlighted renewable energy opportunities in Libya\, Egypt and Algeria. REAOL is participating in a Libyan delegation to RE+ in Anaheim\, CA\, from September 9-12\, 2024\, and will be exploring partnerships with U.S. companies attending or exhibiting at the show. \n \n  \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/amcham-supports-libyan-renewable-energy-authority-in-regional-presentation-to-u-s-suppliers/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240704 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20240707T132335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T132335Z UID:3509-1719964800-1720051199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:U.S. Embassy Commercial Officer meets with with AmCham and  LCOGRE (Libyan Council for Oil\, Gas and Renewable Energies) DESCRIPTION: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.\n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/u-s-embassy-commercial-officer-meets-with-with-amcham-and-lcogre-libyan-council-for-oil-gas-and-renewable-energies/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240704 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20240707T124247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T124247Z UID:3504-1719964800-1720051199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:U.S. Embassy Commercial Officer meets with with AmCham and TCCI (Tripoli Chamber of Commerce and Industry) DESCRIPTION: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.\n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/u-s-embassy-commercial-officer-meets-with-with-amcham-and-tcci-tripoli-chamber-of-commerce-and-industry/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240704 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20240707T122338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T122338Z UID:3500-1719964800-1720051199@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:U.S. Embassy Commercial Officer meets with with AmCham and MSD DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/u-s-embassy-commercial-officer-meets-with-with-amcham-and-msd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240628 DTSTAMP:20260430T193458 CREATED:20240629T100238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T101026Z UID:3491-1719446400-1719532799@libyaamcham.com SUMMARY:Briefing on Tadawul Tech payment and banking solutions DESCRIPTION: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 employees comfortable with accepting salaries to be paid onto a card and not in cash\, efforts being made in order to reduce issues with availability of cash machines and success stories. \n \n  URL:https://libyaamcham.com/event/briefing-on-tadawul-tech-payment-and-banking-solutions/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR