The National Conference on Crises, Disasters, and Risks concluded with key recommendations emphasising the importance of an effective and distinguished national emergency and crisis management system. This comes especially in the wake of the Daniel catastrophe and the rising groundwater levels in Zliten and several other Libyan cities.
The conference highlighted the necessity of establishing a centre for crisis, disaster, and risk management. This centre would bring together experts and specialists in the field to lay the foundational framework for a more effective system in crisis handling.
Several Ministers from the Libyan government participated in the conference, which was held at the Tebesty Hotel Conference Hall in Benghazi, under the slogan “Effective Crisis Management for a Safe Society.” The event was organised and overseen by the Libyan Ministry of Interior.
During the opening, welcoming speeches were delivered by various scientific and security leaders participating in the conference. In addition, experts and specialists from Ministries, authorities, institutions, and related entities contributed to the conference’s discussions.
The establishment of a disaster management centre reflects a significant step towards enhancing Libya’s preparedness and response capabilities. This initiative is seen as crucial for the nation’s efforts to build a resilient society equipped to handle future crises effectively.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Moammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.