Mabrouka Touji, Libya’s Minister of Culture welcomed Lijian, the Acting Chargé d’Affaires of the People’s Republic of China Embassy in Libya.
A statement noted that the meeting primarily revolved around discussions regarding cultural cooperation, and strategies for its enhancement and growth.
Last month, Mohamed Al-Hwaij, the Minister of Economy held a video conference with business owners and traders operating in Yiwu, China.
This meeting, which included key figures such as the Minister’s advisor Shather Al-Sayid and the Director of Foreign Trade and International Cooperation, Essam Al-Malhoof, aimed at exploring avenues for enhancing bilateral trade.
The meeting focused on identifying and addressing critical challenges in shipping, banking transactions, customs procedures, and finding solutions through coordination with relevant authorities.
The discussion also covered various decisions made by the Ministry, which impact trade dynamics. These are pivotal in stimulating Libya’s economy, and fostering inter-trade with China.
Al-Hwaij emphasised the importance of revising these decisions to ensure they align with the objectives of protecting consumers, and supporting business owners and traders. He highlighted the need to energize and localize the industry in Libya, to diversify the state’s revenue streams.
A directive was issued to form a committee comprising representatives from the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture, and the Libyan-Chinese Business Council. This committee is tasked with proposing amendments to Decision 766 of 2023, concerning the regulation of goods importation and legal judgment.
Al-Sayid underscored the significance of establishing a joint Libyan-Chinese commercial chamber. This would be composed of major company owners, to facilitate ongoing communication with the Ministry of Economy, and participate in decision-making processes that invigorate bilateral trade.