Welcome to the Anglo Libyan Business Association (ALBA)

Networking and building relationships between the UK and Libya. Our aim is to promote, facilitate and improve bilateral trade and business relations between the UK and Libya.

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About ALBA

Founded on the principle that stronger bilateral relations drive mutual prosperity, ALBA serves as the premier platform for UK-Libya business engagement.

Our Mission

ALBA exists to bridge the gap between the United Kingdom and Libya's most vital sectors through strategic partnerships, expert knowledge transfer, and innovative solutions. We don't just facilitate dialogue—we deliver measurable outcomes.

Strategic Partnership Development

Connecting UK expertise with Libyan opportunities across key sectors

High-Level Access

Unparalleled access to decision-makers and influential stakeholders

Practical Solutions

Moving beyond dialogue to deliver tangible business outcomes

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Years of Excellence

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Why Join ALBA?

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you have questions, need assistance, or want to learn more about our services, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is ready and eager to help you find the solutions that best fit your needs. How can we assist you today?

Exclusive Network

Access to high-level decision makers and industry leaders

Market Insights

First-hand intelligence on market trends and opportunities

Risk Mitigation

Expert guidance on navigating regulatory and political landscapes

Growth Acceleration

Fast-track your market entry and expansion plans

Empowering Futures, Bridging Borders — That's the ALBA Way

The Anglo‑Libyan Business Association (ALBA) champions stronger UK–Libya relations by uniting policymakers, institutions, and businesses. Our mission is to propel Libya’s growth by bridging its most vital sectors with UK expertise, capital, and innovation across:

Building Bridges Between the UK & Libya
Infrastructure​

Building strong foundations for future growth

Education​

Unlocking minds, shaping brighter futures

Healthcare

Healing lives, caring with compassion daily

Agriculture

Growing today, nourishing tomorrow with care

Oil & Gas

Fueling progress, powering the world ahead

Logistics

Connecting goods, driving global trade forward

Guided by a board of influential figures—ranging from experienced politicians to seasoned business leaders and investors—ALBA provides unparalleled access to high-level decision-makers. We go beyond enabling dialogue; we deliver practical solutions, tangible access, and measurable outcomes.

How can we help you?

At Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA), we empower UK and Libyan businesses with strategic networking, expert advocacy, and tailored trade‑mission support. Reach out to discover how we can help you find the right connections and grow internationally.

Strengthening UK–Libya Business Relations: A Collaborative Approach

The Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) serves as a vital conduit for fostering robust business relationships between the United Kingdom and Libya. Through strategic initiatives, ALBA connects businesses across key sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and oil & gas, facilitating mutually beneficial partnerships.

Libya's infrastructure sector presents significant opportunities for collaboration. ALBA's networking events bring together UK firms specializing in construction, engineering, and urban planning with Libyan counterparts, enabling the exchange of expertise and the development of joint ventures aimed at modernizing Libya's infrastructure.

The education sector in Libya is undergoing reforms to enhance quality and accessibility. ALBA facilitates connections between UK educational institutions and Libyan counterparts, promoting partnerships in curriculum development, teacher training, and the establishment of vocational training centers, thereby contributing to the advancement of Libya's educational landscape.

Libya's healthcare system faces challenges related to infrastructure, medical supplies, and skilled personnel. ALBA's networking platforms connect UK healthcare providers with Libyan institutions, fostering collaborations in hospital management, medical equipment supply, and healthcare training programs, thereby enhancing the quality of healthcare services in Libya.

Agriculture is a vital sector for Libya, with potential for growth in areas such as crop production, irrigation systems, and food processing. ALBA facilitates partnerships between UK agribusinesses and Libyan agricultural enterprises, promoting the adoption of innovative solutions and practices that address food security and rural development challenges.

Libya's oil and gas industry remains a cornerstone of its economy. ALBA's networking events connect UK energy firms with Libyan stakeholders, fostering collaborations in upstream and downstream oil and gas projects, promoting investments that enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability in Libya's energy sector. Through its dedicated networking efforts, ALBA continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening UK–Libya business relations, ensuring that partnerships are impactful and aligned with the developmental aspirations of both nations.

Tackling Challenges, Creating Solutions: Unlocking UK–Libya Business Opportunities

The Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) plays a strategic role in addressing Libya’s developmental challenges by connecting UK expertise with Libyan ambition. As Libya rebuilds and modernizes key sectors, ALBA enables practical, solution-driven partnerships between UK and Libyan businesses, ensuring that sector-specific problems are met with innovative, collaborative approaches. By aligning with Libya’s national priorities and the UK’s advanced capabilities, ALBA facilitates impactful engagement across infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and the oil & gas industry—laying the groundwork for sustainable economic growth and mutual benefit.

Libya faces critical infrastructure deficits, from transport networks to utilities. ALBA provides a platform for UK engineering, architecture, and urban development firms to collaborate with Libyan stakeholders on large-scale projects, including roads, airports, and water systems. These partnerships not only transfer knowledge and technology but also accelerate Libya’s infrastructure modernization.

With Libya seeking to reform its education system, ALBA enables solutions-focused collaborations with UK institutions to help design new curricula, upgrade teacher training, and establish vocational training centres. These efforts directly tackle skill gaps and support long-term workforce development essential for Libya’s socio-economic stability.

Libya’s healthcare sector is strained by outdated infrastructure, staff shortages, and limited access to quality care. ALBA connects UK healthcare providers, consultants, and medical technology firms with Libyan healthcare leaders to co-develop hospital management models, upgrade medical facilities, and enhance clinical training programs—addressing both immediate and systemic healthcare needs.

Libya's agricultural sector is underutilized, despite its potential to improve food security and reduce import dependency. ALBA facilitates partnerships with UK agribusinesses and technology providers to introduce efficient irrigation, crop management, and food processing systems—solving productivity challenges while empowering rural communities.

Although Libya’s oil and gas reserves are vast, the sector requires modernization, safety improvements, and environmental oversight. ALBA bridges UK technical expertise with Libyan energy operators to support upstream and downstream projects, focusing on operational efficiency, workforce safety, and sustainable practices. Through targeted engagement and problem-solving collaboration, ALBA continues to play a pivotal role in helping UK and Libyan businesses transform challenges into shared opportunities—strengthening bilateral ties and supporting Libya’s path toward recovery and growth. Through its dedicated networking efforts, ALBA continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening UK–Libya business relations, ensuring that partnerships are impactful and aligned with the developmental aspirations of both nations.

Strategic Networking: Building Bridges Between UK and Libyan Businesses

At the core of ALBA’s mission lies a powerful tool for progress: strategic networking. Recognizing that sustainable development begins with strong relationships, the Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) facilitates targeted networking opportunities that bring together key decision-makers, industry experts, investors, and government stakeholders from both the UK and Libya. These platforms are designed not just to connect people, but to solve real-world business challenges through dialogue, collaboration, and action.

ALBA’s curated events—ranging from sector-specific roundtables and trade missions to investment forums and B2B matchmaking—enable businesses to explore new markets, share technical knowledge, and co-create solutions to industry-specific issues. By fostering open communication and trust, ALBA helps break down market entry barriers, clarify regulatory pathways, and ensure alignment with Libya’s national development goals. Whether it's introducing UK construction firms to infrastructure project leads in Tripoli, connecting British universities with Libyan education reformers, or matching oil & gas engineers with on-the-ground operational needs, ALBA’s networking efforts are problem-solving in action. Every connection is made with purpose—to unlock opportunity, transfer expertise, and drive meaningful, long-term impact across key sectors. Through these dynamic networks, ALBA is not only strengthening commercial ties between the UK and Libya, but also cultivating a community of collaborators committed to rebuilding and growing Libya’s economy in a stable, inclusive, and forward-thinking manner.

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Advocacy: Championing UK–Libya Business Interests for Sustainable Growth

The Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) goes beyond networking by actively advocating for the interests of UK and Libyan businesses within both domestic and international policy arenas. Recognizing that regulatory environments and political stability are critical to unlocking business potential, ALBA works closely with government bodies, industry regulators, and international organizations to address barriers, influence policy reform, and promote a conducive climate for investment and trade. By representing the collective voice of its members, ALBA highlights key challenges such as regulatory complexities, trade restrictions, and infrastructural bottlenecks, proposing actionable solutions that encourage transparency, ease of doing business, and stronger bilateral cooperation. This proactive advocacy ensures that both UK investors and Libyan partners can operate with greater confidence and predictability. In sectors like infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and oil & gas, ALBA’s advocacy efforts help align government priorities with private sector capabilities, driving reforms that unlock strategic opportunities and foster sustainable development. Through continuous dialogue with policymakers, ALBA not only protects its members’ interests but also supports Libya’s broader economic recovery and growth objectives. By championing policies that facilitate cross-border collaboration, ALBA plays a pivotal role in creating an enabling environment where UK and Libyan businesses can thrive, innovate, and contribute to shared prosperity.

What does the Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) do?

Our activities are designed to match the needs of our members:

Practical guidance for companies operating in either country, including UK visa support and sector-specific assistance.

Regular insights and intelligence tailored to opportunities in Libya’s priority sectors.

Platforms to foster dialogue and partnerships across infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and oil & gas.

High-level access and bespoke introductions with decision-makers and industry leaders in critical sectors.

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Meet our dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. Each member brings unique skills and expertise to help you achieve your goals. Get to know the people behind our success and discover how we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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Our Recent Events​

On 24 June 2025 at The Athenaeum Club, the Anglo‑Libyan Business Association (ALBA) officially launched its first-ever Anglo‑Libyan Business Conference—a pivotal one-day forum uniting UK and Libyan business leaders, policymakers, and investors to explore key sectors including energy, healthcare, finance, education, and infrastructure

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Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA)
Upcoming Events

Stay informed and engaged with our upcoming events! We regularly host webinars, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to keep you connected and up-to-date. Check back often to see what’s next and join us to learn, collaborate, and grow together.

UK–Libya Business Forum 2025

Explore cross-sector trade talks and investment networking.

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Virtual Trade Roundtable

Engage with stakeholders shaping Anglo-Libyan commerce.

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The Anglo-Libyan Business Association (ALBA) is fostering stronger business and investment relations between the UK and Libya. Through strategic partnerships, trade initiatives, and knowledge exchange, ALBA serves as a vital bridge promoting sustainable economic development and collaboration across key sectors in both countries.

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Upcoming Event on 7th October 2025 in London, British and Libyan Companies will Explore Strategic Partnerships in Education, Healthcare, IT & Energy.

British and Libyan firms unite in London on 7 October 2025 to pursue collaborations in education, healthcare, IT, and energy.

On 7 October 2025 in London, British and Libyan companies will gather at an ALBA-hosted forum to explore strategic partnerships across key sectors—education, healthcare, IT, and energy. This event aims to foster cross‑sector collaboration and drive economic growth between the two nations.
New UK-Libya Investment Agreement Announced

UK and Libya unveil a new investment agreement to boost collaboration across sectors including energy, healthcare, education, and IT.

A landmark investment agreement between the United Kingdom and Libya has been announced, aimed at cultivating strategic partnerships in education, healthcare, IT, energy, and infrastructure. This initiative marks a significant step in fortifying economic ties and fostering shared innovation across key development sectors.
ALBA Delegation Visits Tripoli to Meet Business Leaders

ALBA delegation travels to Tripoli to engage with Libyan business leaders and explore opportunities for trade and investment.

A delegation from the Anglo‑Libyan Business Association (ALBA) visited Tripoli to meet influential Libyan business leaders, exploring strategic opportunities to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and collaboration across key sectors. This outreach underscores ALBA’s commitment to fostering UK–Libya commercial ties.
2025 Economic Outlook Report Released

2025 Economic Outlook Report published, offering updated projections and insights into global growth, risks, and policy directions.

The 2025 Economic Outlook Report delivers a sobering assessment of global growth prospects, with bodies like the UN revising expansion to just 2.4%, down from earlier 2.9%, amid mounting trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and debt burdens. The IMF and OECD also warn of persistent inflation, weaker investment, and risks that cloud the trajectory for recovery.

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