Khalifa Rajab Abdulsadiq, the Minister of Oil and Gas in the Government of National Unity, held an extensive meeting today with a high-level delegation from Malta’s Ministry for Energy, Enterprise, and Sustainable Development. The visiting delegation included Ryan Fava, Executive Chairman of Enemalta, and Godwin Agius, Chairman of InterconnectMalta, alongside senior officials from the Maltese Embassy. The discussions focused on establishing a strategic framework for cooperation, particularly cross-border electrical interconnection projects and large-scale investments in renewable energy.
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The talks highlighted the importance of electrical interconnection as a primary mechanism for enhancing the stability of the Libyan national grid and securing domestic energy supplies. Both parties explored how such infrastructure projects could provide opportunities for private sector involvement. The Maltese delegation expressed its firm readiness to provide technical and institutional support, sharing advanced expertise in managing sustainable energy grids and operational efficiency. Furthermore, they discussed ambitious prospects, including the potential construction of massive solar farms in Libya and the development of wind energy initiatives aimed at long-term sustainability.
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Minister Abdulsadiq reaffirmed Libya’s openness to attracting foreign investment and international expertise, stressing that these joint ventures must align with Libya’s national strategic energy plans. The meeting also addressed the technical aspects of grid maintenance and resource management, with a focus on creating executive plans for interconnection projects that comply with the legal and regulatory systems of both nations. The Minister noted that these sessions are instrumental in opening new horizons for technological investment and joint ventures that benefit both consumers and institutions.
This diplomatic dialogue is part of a broader policy by the Libyan government to strengthen international energy partnerships and implement innovative solutions to local electricity challenges. The cooperation with Malta serves as a model for partnership based on mutual interests, as Libya seeks to leverage Malta’s technical experience in green energy transitions. Such collaboration is expected to pave the way for new technical projects that support the national economy and bolster regional energy security through sustainable and integrated solutions.