Sand cat research in Libya: A British-backed scientific study documented sand cats at 13 sites across the Libyan desert, with 15 sightings concentrated in the remote Wadi Armet area, after an earlier 2017 YouTube video helped launch an eight-year monitoring effort; researchers also flagged threats like habitat loss, accidental killings, and illegal pet trade. Libya–Tunisia construction ties: The Tripoli Chamber of Commerce hosted a B2B meeting with Tunisia’s Sfax chamber to connect firms on construction, contracting, and civil engineering, highlighting rising Tunisian exports to Libya and new joint-venture opportunities. Libya’s energy push in the region: Reports say Nigeria imported Libyan crude for the first time on record (about 64,500 bpd in May 2026), pointing to Libya’s growing role in regional feedstock flows despite domestic supply pressures. Skills and tech for training: Libya’s technical and vocational education ministry met ALECSO to boost cooperation and reform training for labor-market needs, including a new online platform for professional specializations. Offshore gas upgrade: Eni and NOC reported progress on the Sabratha Compression Project, adding a 1,600-ton compression module to support gas recovery and strengthen Libya’s power-generation and export capacity. Education reform via digital tools: The same TVET push emphasized digital transformation and innovation in training delivery. Archaeology in eastern Libya: Archaeologists continue efforts to protect “breathtaking” ancient Greek ruins in eastern Libya amid ongoing risks to heritage sites.