On Wedneaday, Libya’s High Commission for National Reconciliation, led by Al-Siddiq Khalifa Haftar, signed a new agricultural cooperation agreement in Benghazi with Italian firm Giardina, a company specialized in modern agricultural technologies.
The agreement aims to strengthen Libya’s agricultural capacity, support sustainable development, and introduce advanced European expertise into the local market.
The partnership will focus on key areas such as the transfer of cutting-edge farming technologies, the modernization of agricultural practices, and the launch of targeted training programs for Libyan professionals. It also includes plans to develop local investment projects that support national food security goals and increase the competitiveness of Libyan produce in international markets.
During the signing ceremony, Haftar emphasized the importance of integrating international experience into Libya’s development process. He described the agreement as “a meaningful start toward building a resilient and self-reliant agricultural future for Libya,” noting that this step is part of a broader strategy to place Libya at the forefront of sustainable agricultural investment in the region.
Haftar added that Libya must no longer depend solely on imports to meet its food needs. He stressed the necessity of leveraging international partnerships to introduce tools, knowledge, and innovation that match the pace of global agricultural advancements.
The agreement also aims to attract future investment from other European and regional partners, highlighting Libya’s efforts to diversify its economy beyond the oil sector and create jobs in new areas. With Libya’s agricultural potential long underutilized, the move reflects an attempt to rebuild essential sectors that support both economic recovery and national stability.
