This report is part of a broader EU-OECD initiative aimed at strengthening economic resilience and inclusive governance in Libya; a key component of the longstanding MENA-OECD Initiative on Governance and Competitiveness for Development. Since 2013, the OECD has been working with Libyan institutions and partners to support post-conflict recovery, economic diversification, and institutional capacity development. Through earlier engagements under the G7 Deauville Partnership and more recent cooperation with the European Union, OECD’s work has contributed to enhancing Libya’s business climate, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and strengthening human and institutional capacities.
In 2019, the OECD launched the project “Promoting Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) in Libya” to foster inclusive economic governance by encouraging structured dialogue between the public and private sectors. Over the course of its implementation (2020–2023), the project mobilised more than 200 Libyan stakeholders across key economic sectors such as agribusiness, banking and finance, ICT, infrastructure, and transport and logistics. Through more than 45 consultation sessions held in Tripoli, Benghazi, Misrata, and Sabha, this inclusive approach ensured broad geographic representation and enabled Libyan actors from diverse regions to articulate challenges, co-create policy solutions, and contribute to national economic development goals.
The project draws on the OECD’s methodology on Public-Private Dialogue, which promotes inclusive and structured engagement between governments and economic actors. In fragile and post-conflict settings like Libya, inclusive dialogue platforms are critical tools to rebuild trust, foster policy coherence, and bridge institutional divides. The initiative has also prioritised capacity building and peer learning, connecting Libyan stakeholders with regional counterparts and exposing them to international good practices in regulatory reform, digital transformation, and private sector development.
We are especially grateful for the generous support of the European Union and the close collaboration of Libyan partners from public institutions, business associations, and civil society. We also extend our appreciation to Tatweer Research, the OECD’s local implementing partner, whose engagement and network-building efforts have been instrumental in ensuring the project’s regional reach and impact.
This report synthesises the main outcomes of the PPD project, including sector-specific analyses, key challenges identified by stakeholders, and actionable policy recommendations aimed at supporting Libya’s path toward economic resilience and inclusive growth. It also outlines opportunities for sustaining dialogue mechanisms and deepening reform momentum in the years to come.
The OECD remains committed to accompanying Libya on its path toward recovery and development, through ongoing technical assistance, policy dialogue, and regional cooperation. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with Libyan and international partners to build on the achievements of this initiative and support the emergence of a dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable Libyan economy.