London – During an official visit to the British capital, Dr. Mahmud Elforjani, Executive Director of Libya’s National Development Agency (NDA), announced the launch of Libya Vision 2030, describing it as “a historic, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” for British companies to engage in development, investment, infrastructure, and economic growth projects in Libya.
The visit began with a closed-door meeting with Members of the British Parliament, followed by an official ceremony held at the Four Seasons Hotel on Park Lane. The event was attended by former ministers, prominent British business leaders, and distinguished members of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The ceremony witnessed the formal unveiling of Libya Vision 2030, in the presence of notable figures including Lord Truscott, the Marquess of Bristol, Baroness Uddin, Lord Boateng, Sir Bob Neill KC, Lord David Evans, and the Earl of Erroll.
Dr. Mahmud Elforjani was joined by Mr. Faraj Aljarih, Director of the International Cooperation Office at the NDA, as part of the Libyan delegation. Both stressed the importance of strengthening the Libyan-British partnership to support regional stability and sustainable development.
Supervised by the National Development Agency, Libya Vision 2030 prioritizes the advancement of solar energy, innovative sanitation solutions, road infrastructure, and economic diversification away from oil dependency. The vision also promotes investment in agriculture, industry, logistics, renewable energy, healthcare, and education.
Key projects presented during the visit included the construction of a 1,000-kilometer strategic road network by 2030, the modernization of water networks, and the Benghazi International Airport project, which is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. To date, over 360 infrastructure projects have been completed, with 30 currently underway and 10 in the planning phase.
During the signing ceremony, three Memoranda of Understanding were signed with leading British firms. Dr. Elforjani emphasized that these agreements reflect the NDA’s serious commitment to building sustainable strategic partnerships.
In a statement, Dr. Elforjani said:
“We in Libya bear the responsibility of rebuilding our nation, and we see in the partnership with British companies a chance to transform Libya into a hub of stability and opportunity in the region.”
He added that countries such as France and Italy have already established a foothold in the Libyan market through direct investments, and urged the United Kingdom to act swiftly to bolster its economic presence in Libya, especially in light of the country’s growing openness to international investment.
Dr. Elforjani also underscored that promoting economic stability in Libya would help alleviate pressures related to irregular migration to Europe. He stressed that the success of Libya Vision 2030 is not only key to the country’s prosperity but also a vital factor in enhancing regional stability.
