Libya
Economy
The 100th day after the death of Libya's Muammar Qadhafi was marked by renewed turmoil, as reports emerged that fighters loyal to the deceased Colonel had over-run the town of Bani...
2012-01-25Economy
The decision by the UN Security Council to unfreeze approximately US$150bn in assets held by the central bank and one of its subsidiaries should help alleviate a short-term liquidity...
2011-12-29Economy
Despite the short-term challenges associated with the country's political crisis, over the long term we maintain a relatively sanguine view on Libya's growth story, with real GDP projected...
2011-11-07Economy
Libyan authorities are looking to return crude to the export market immediately. Bloomberg reported on September 8 that a 600,000 barrel crude cargo was to be loaded September 15-17...
2011-09-21Economy
Libya's National Transitional Council (NTC) fighters have managed to capture various strategic areas including the airport in the southern city of Sabha. The NTC has claimed that tens...
2011-09-21Economy
Despite its short existence, the Transitional National Council (TNC) has rapidly become recognised as the sole legitimate political authority in Libya by a host of countries and multilateral...
2011-09-15Economy
BMI View: Qatar has growing ambitions to become a regional power in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), backed by its massive hydrocarbons wealth. While the country may well...
2011-08-25Economy
Although the political situation in Libya remains fluid, a scenario whereby the rebels are able to take control of Tripoli and maintain a modicum of security throughout the country...
2011-08-24Economy
According to German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle on July 24, Berlin will lend Libya's rebel council US$143mn for civil and humanitarian purposes. The loan could be repaid once...
2011-07-25Economy
As of late June, there was little indication that Libya's political crisis was approaching its end. At this point, it remains difficult to ascertain the true extent of the economic...
2011-06-17



