• February 16, 2026
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The Central Bank of Libya announced an agreement with oil suppliers to deliver 2.5 million boxes of oil, making them available this week and next.

The Central Bank indicated the existence of open credits for oil imports worth $100 million, equivalent to 6 million boxes.

The Central Bank reported facilitating procedures related to the supply of essential commodities to compensate for the current shortage in the market.

At the beginning of the month, the Ministry of Economy announced the implementation of strict punitive measures against companies that obtained documentary credits for cooking oil without delivering the commodity to citizens.

A statement from the Ministry clarified that a technical report confirmed that only 36 companies covered the real market need for 2025. These companies obtained credits exceeding $150 million and provided 53.5% of the actual trading volume of the commodity.

Central Bank of Libya

The Central Bank of Libya is the primary monetary authority of Libya, established in 1956 following the country’s independence. It has played a critical role in managing the nation’s financial system and currency, though its operations have been significantly challenged and divided between rival administrations since the 2011 civil war.

Libya

Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. The country is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.

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