Tripoli based Libyan Prime Minister Abd Alhamid Aldabaiba chaired an expanded meeting today devoted to following up on the latest developments in the implementation of the “Emmar Tripoli” (Tripoli Re/Development) programme, launched by the his government, with the aim of improving infrastructure and enhancing the aesthetic and urban character of the capital.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister was briefed on the progress of work and completion rates in the various targeted sites within the programme, in addition to the technical and administrative challenges facing the implementation teams.
In this context, Aldabaiba stressed the need to overcome obstacles and accelerate the pace of work according to the approved timetables, stressing the importance of daily field follow-up to achieve the set goals.
Pivotal projects
The meeting dealt with several pivotal projects, most notably the maintenance and renovation of the facades of 44 buildings along Istiklal (Independence) Street, the maintenance of 6 buildings in the downtown area, in addition to the development of Swehli Square, and the maintenance and restoration of the Red Saraya Fort, one of the most important historical landmarks of the capital.
Efforts to develop the Old City, the construction of five multi-storey car parks, as well as the development of the vital Shatt Road were also reviewed.
Creating a harmonious historical urban character
The meeting discussed plans to develop public spaces and main squares, by rehabilitating sidewalks and removing damaged ones, improving public lighting to highlight historical monuments, and unifying the colours of building facades in line with the visual identity of the capital, thus contributing to creating a harmonious urban character that reflects the aesthetic of Tripoli and its history.
A strategic government project
At the end of the meeting, the Prime Minister stressed that the programme is one of the strategic projects of the government, and aims to create an integrated urban environment that keeps pace with the aspirations of the residents of the capital, calling for adherence to the highest technical specifications and approved standards, and benefiting from national competencies to ensure the quality and sustainability of business.
The meeting was attended by the head of the Executive Team for the PM’s Initiatives and Strategic Projects, the mayor of Tripoli Municipality, the director of the Projects Department in the Municipality, the head of the Tripoli City Development Authority, and the head of the Old City Administration Authority.
