Libyan American Forum for Development and Reconstruction

The Bilateral Chamber is pleased to support the Libyan–American Forum for Development and Reconstruction, hosted by the U.S.-Libya Business Association (USLBA), in collaboration with the Fund for Development and Reconstruction of Libya (FDRL). 

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‍Background:

Libya is undergoing a significant post-conflict reconstruction effort encompassing housing, infrastructure, healthcare, energy, education, and security. The U.S.-Libya Business Association, chaired by ConocoPhillips, is hosting the Libya Development and Reconstruction Fund Conference, scheduled for April 28-29, 2025, in Washington, DC. The LDRF is a $3 billion fund, with $1 billion pledged for projects presented during the conference. Belgasim Haftar, representing the LDRF, will be in attendance.

Key Sectors:

• Health Care: Infrastructure development, medical equipment procurement, and workforce training.
• Energy and Utilities: Power generation and distribution, water desalination plants, renewable energy, and sustainability.
• Infrastructure and Urban Development: Transportation and logistics, wastewater treatment, water management, construction, and real estate.
• Technology and Digital Transformation: IT infrastructure, databases, e-governance, and smart city initiatives.
• Industrial Management and Project Execution: Project management, consultancy, and public-private partnerships (PPPs).
• Agriculture and Food Security: Modern agricultural techniques and agribusiness development.
• Human Capital and Economic Diversification: Education, vocational training, and workforce development.
• Defense and National Security: Law enforcement training, border security technology, and cybersecurity.

Highlighted Projects:

• Housing & Residential Development: Construction of 2,000 housing units in Derna, public housing expansion in Benghazi, and resettlement housing in southern Libya.
• Roads, Bridges, & Transportation: Major road expansions, bridge reconstruction, and advanced traffic management systems.
• Healthcare Infrastructure: Hospital renovations, supply of advanced medical equipment, and telemedicine integration.
• Utilities & Renewable Energy: Water treatment projects, solar and wind energy initiatives, and power grid modernization.
• Airports, Seaports, & Logistics: Airport and seaport expansions, trade zonedevelopment, and customs automation.
• Education & Workforce Development: Reconstruction of educational institutions, STEM and vocational training, and digital learning infrastructure.
• Security & Public Safety: Police station rebuilding, cybersecurity enhancements, and border surveillance upgrades.

Collaboration Models:‍

• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) to drive financing and development.
• Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) models for infrastructure projects.
• Government-to-Government (G2G) agreements for security technology and training.
• Joint ventures with U.S. companies, leveraging American expertise and technology.

This conference presents a unique opportunity for U.S. businesses to play a pivotal role in Libya's rebuilding process while establishing long-term partnerships that promote economic growth and stability.