Journalist Tarek Bridaa wrote an article titled: “Why Does the Minister of Economy and Trade Avoid Enforcing the Price Monitoring Decision?
The policies of the Minister of Economy and Trade, Mohamed Al-Huwaij, raise numerous questions about the delays in issuing and enforcing the price monitoring decision, despite the severe economic challenges faced by Libyan citizens. Oversight bodies, including the Municipal Guard, are clearly hindered in their ability to monitor prices and address violations due to the non-enforcement of this decision, which appears to be “imprisoned” in the ministry’s drawers without any clear justification.
The Head of the Municipal Guard, Rajab Al-Takous, previously stated that the Ministry of Economy has not enforced the price monitoring decision for years, exacerbating poverty among citizens. Although studies regarding the decision began a long time ago, it has yet to come to fruition.
The delay in implementing this decision has become a subject of ridicule. Observers note that significant events—whether Barcelona’s victory over Real Madrid, the price of truffles reaching 1,000 Libyan dinars per kilogram, or citizens in Tripoli celebrating the launch of the iPhone 16 while dancing to traditional rhythms, or even barber fees hitting 25 dinars—have all failed to prompt the minister to take action. And now, with the holy month of Ramadan approaching, which is expected to see further price hikes, the ministry appears to continue ignoring this sensitive issue.
On the other hand, the minister seems more focused on organizing economic exhibitions rather than taking effective measures to improve citizens’ living conditions. This approach raises many questions about the ministry’s priorities and its ability to address the escalating economic crises.
In the end, the Libyan citizen remains the biggest victim of this neglect. While families await decisive measures to alleviate the burden of soaring prices, the status quo persists, with no signs of imminent improvement. A heartfelt “thank you” to the Minister of Economy for ignoring the concerns of the people.”
