The Libyan Ministry of Health has taken a significant step towards improving its healthcare system by forming a committee to develop a national guideline regulating medical practice. Acting Minister of Health, Abdel Salam Aqila, issued Decision No. 191 of 2026, establishing the committee chaired by Mohamed Aziz Shanane. The committee comprises specialists from various sectors, including the Medical Syndicate, Civil Service, and workforce sectors.
The committee's primary task is to develop a national proposal for scientific standards, classifications, and policies to regulate medical practice across all specialties. This proposal will serve as a reference for medical work in health facilities, ensuring that medical services are provided in a standardized and efficient manner. The committee will set scientific foundations and rules for medical specialties and prepare operational policies for health facilities.
To ensure the committee's success, Acting Minister of Health Abdel Salam Aqila met with the committee's chair and members, along with specialists from relevant sectors. The meeting addressed ongoing work, challenges facing the committee, and necessary steps to complete the project as planned. The discussions focused on updates on the committee's activities and proposals for establishing scientific guidelines and operational rules for various medical specialties.
The committee aims to benefit from established medical models and practices that match the specific needs of Libya's health sector. To achieve this, the committee will coordinate with professional syndicates, scientific associations, research centers, and medical bodies. By drawing on successful scientific and medical experiences, the committee can draft a comprehensive national reference for medical practice and advance health facility performance.
The formation of the committee is part of the Ministry of Health's ongoing efforts to develop the healthcare system and strengthen the institutional organization of health facilities. This move aligns with the 2030 vision of the General Command and the directives of the Libyan government. The Ministry emphasizes that the committee's work is crucial in improving performance and quality of health services for citizens.
The committee's work will focus on unifying standards for providing medical services and organizing procedures within health institutions. By establishing a national guideline regulating medical practice, the committee can help ensure that medical services are provided in a consistent and high-quality manner. This, in turn, will enhance the overall performance of health facilities and improve healthcare outcomes for Libyan citizens.
Minister Aqila stressed the importance of the committee continuing its work in a scientific and institutional manner, fulfilling its assignments to improve performance and quality of health services. The Ministry of Health is committed to supporting the committee's efforts, and the committee's success will be crucial in achieving the Ministry's goals for improving the healthcare system.
Key points
- The Libyan Ministry of Health has established a committee to develop a national guideline regulating medical practice.
- The committee will set scientific foundations and rules for medical specialties and prepare operational policies for health facilities.
- The committee's work aligns with the 2030 vision of the General Command and the directives of the Libyan government.
