Libya–China Trade Boost: Libya’s High Committee for Supervising Libyan-Chinese Cooperation says bilateral trade topped $3 billion in 2025, driven largely by private-sector activity and efforts to restart suspended projects, including visa facilitation and stronger banking links. Libya Travel & Entry Rules: Libya has published how long it will take to process visas for foreigners in 2026 and clarified the “1 entry rule” for eVisa applicants. Voluntary Return Process: Chad’s embassy in Libya introduced a new humanitarian voluntary return registration system, requiring applicants to register via IOM first, then attend embassy interviews, with warnings against paid “fast-track” registration. Libyan Heritage Tourism: A French archaeological mission wrapped up Libya’s 2026 field season, reporting major findings at Apollonia, Lathron, and Leptis Magna—new theater work, Roman bath insights, and water-channel research tied to oyster farms. Regional Travel Safety Watch: UNHCR reports at least 143 deaths or missing after a West Africa-to-Canary Islands crossing, underscoring the deadly sea route that also affects Libya-linked migration journeys. Aviation for Libyan Travelers: flydubai launched/expanded services including a new daily Bangkok route and earlier additions to Libya (Benghazi), improving options for connections via Dubai.