Arab banking leaders to meet in Tripoli

The conference, to be held at the Rixos Hotel Tripoli under the theme “Financial Intelligence in the Era of Transformation”, is expected to attract central banks, financial institutions, fintech firms and specialists in financial inclusion from across the Arab world.

The event will also bring together representatives from social protection bodies and organisations focused on youth and women’s empowerment, organisers said.

Sponsored by Central Bank of Libya Governor Naji Mohamed Issa, the conference is expected to see broad participation from Libyan ministries and institutions involved in finance, education, social affairs, insurance, capital markets, postal services and entrepreneurship.

Discussions will focus on financial literacy, savings awareness, investment inclusion and insurance accessibility, alongside national strategies aimed at expanding financial inclusion across Arab countries.

Organisers said the conference would also highlight ongoing projects in Libya and the wider Arab region designed to improve financial awareness and strengthen savings and investment culture.

“We are very pleased to host this distinguished gathering of Arab financial institutions in Libya to discuss the design and implementation of strategies and address gaps in current financial inclusion and literacy programmes across the region,” Issa said in a statement.

He added that hosting the event formed part of the central bank’s broader efforts to stimulate regional economic activity in Libya and support programmes aimed at improving financial awareness and resilience among citizens.

Issa said the conference coincides with the launch of Libya’s national financial inclusion strategy, which seeks to reduce poverty, promote equitable economic growth and improve financial stability by expanding access to affordable and secure financial services, particularly for women, youth, small businesses and people without bank accounts.

Ibrahim Khalil Ibrahim, chief executive of MenaMoney, said the conference aimed to create a regional platform for specialists and stakeholders to discuss savings, financial literacy, investment and financial inclusion.

He said the event was designed to help strengthen the financial resilience of Arab households.

The 2026 edition of the conference will also feature an exhibition showcasing financial and savings solutions, including digital platforms for payments, investment and insurance services, as well as initiatives promoting financial literacy and inclusion across Arab countries.