Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah took part in the International Anti‑Corruption Day events held in Tripoli, where he emphasized Libya’s commitment to the United Nations Convention against Corruption, which the country ratified in 2005. He described this commitment as a foundation for the reform path the state is pursuing.
Dbeibah noted that Libya has made important strides in recent years in confronting corruption, through the enactment of new legislation and the establishment of oversight bodies with broad powers. These institutions, he said, play a key role in strengthening transparency, justice, and providing guidance to executive authorities. He highlighted the clear coordination between oversight and executive bodies, which has helped advance reform efforts.
He explained that this cooperation led to the formation of the National Committee for Performance Oversight and Anti‑Corruption, which succeeded in developing Libya’s first national strategy for oversight and corruption prevention for the years 2023–2025 — an achievement he described as unprecedented.
Dbeibah also referred to the Administrative Control Authority’s signing of a capacity‑building project on anti‑corruption and anti‑money laundering, supported by the European Union, calling it evidence of the government’s confidence in oversight institutions. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to publishing all tenders and procurement contracts through an electronic platform to reinforce transparency.
The Prime Minister stressed the need to address weaknesses within administrative systems and review procedures that may contribute to the spread of corruption. He called for new standards in selecting administrative leaders, away from clientelism and narrow interests. He also urged respect for public funds, encouragement of whistleblowers, and prioritization of preventive measures rather than focusing solely on addressing consequences.
Dbeibah concluded by affirming the Government of National Unity’s determination to meet the aspirations of the Libyan people for a dignified life and sustainable development, noting that such goals can only be achieved through collective national effort and placing the public interest above personal gain.
