On October 8, 2026, in Washington, Libya's Head of the General Authority for Communications and Information Technology, Abdulbasit Al-Baour, and US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Cybersecurity and Digital Policy, John Mills, signed a cooperation framework. The agreement covers digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, data centers, cybersecurity, satellite communications, investment, technology transfer, and institutional cooperation.
The framework aims to provide opportunities for developing international connectivity and leveraging Libya's geographical location to enhance communications between Europe and Africa. It also seeks to support attracting investments and technological projects. According to the Libyan government's official Facebook page, this cooperation will allow for the development of Libya's digital infrastructure and provide services that meet the needs of the Libyan people.
US Senior Advisor to the President for Arab and African Affairs, Masood Pulus, considered the signing of the US-Libyan cooperation framework in communications and 5G networks a "significant step" in US-Libya cooperation. He emphasized that this framework enhances the security of information technology and communication systems, expands economic opportunities for both countries, and provides services that the Libyan people demand.
Pulus also stated that the US supports the development of a secure and high-quality information and communication technology infrastructure in all regions of Libya. The US Embassy in Libya's account on platform X reported his remarks, highlighting the US commitment to supporting Libya's digital development.
The cooperation framework is expected to have a positive impact on Libya's economic and social development. By enhancing digital infrastructure and promoting investment in the technology sector, Libya can improve its economic prospects and provide better services to its citizens.
The signing of the cooperation framework is a significant development in US-Libya relations, demonstrating the US commitment to supporting Libya's growth and development. The framework is also expected to foster greater cooperation between the two countries in the fields of technology and communications.
Libya's development of its digital infrastructure is crucial for its economic and social progress. The cooperation framework with the US is a step towards achieving this goal, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the country's future development.
Key points
- The US-Libyan cooperation framework in communications and technology aims to enhance bilateral relations and support Libya's digital infrastructure development.
- The framework covers digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, data centers, cybersecurity, and satellite communications, among other areas.
- The US supports the development of a secure and high-quality information and communication technology infrastructure in all regions of Libya.
