Power & Infrastructure: GECOL says the South Tripoli power plant is 98% complete, a 1,320MW gas-fired project with Siemens-supplied units built by Turkey’s Çalık, aimed at boosting generation and easing supply once operational. Industry & Mining Governance: Libya’s Ministry of Industry and Minerals hosted the start of preparations for the 29th Arab Industrial Development, Standardization and Mining Organization assembly in Tripoli, with focus on mining investment, industrial development, standards, and training. Agriculture & Biosecurity: Libya’s Agricultural Police confirmed a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Msallata’s Al-Amamra after lab tests, reporting 24 sheep, one goat, and one cow dead; authorities quarantined the area, suspended livestock movement, and launched disinfection and treatment. Energy Markets & Regional Refining: NNPC and other African oil companies plan to push regional refining, gas development, and cross-border petroleum trade at an October 12 CEO forum in Cape Town, targeting bankable projects for 2027. Libya–Japan Business: A Libyan Government of National Unity delegation wrapped up participation in the second Libyan–Japanese Economic Forum in Tokyo, pitching investment opportunities and discussing cooperation in energy and infrastructure with 50+ Japanese firms. Oil Supply Context: OPEC reported June output rebounded, with Libya’s production up to about 1.32mbpd.