Democracy in Libya
Following years of institutional fragmentation, executive authority remains divided between the interim Government of National Unity (GNU) in Tripoli and the eastern-based government in Tobruk/Benghazi. While the planned 2021 general elections were stalled due to legal and constitutional disputes, rival leaders endorsed a UN-backed political roadmap setting a revised target to hold unified presidential and parliamentary elections by February 2027.
Key Stats
Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Libya's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Libya's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Libya, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Libya's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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