Tripoli – Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Libya’s health sector and improving specialized medical services. He emphasized that these efforts aim to localize treatment within the country, reduce the need to seek care abroad, and raise the quality of healthcare for citizens nationwide.
Dbeibah made these remarks during a visit Thursday to the Tajoura Heart Center. He was accompanied by Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Mohamed bin Ghalboun and Minister of Health Mohamed Al-Ghuj. The delegation reviewed ongoing operations and evaluated the quality of medical and therapeutic services at the facility.
During the visit, Dbeibah toured the cardiac surgery department and observed a heart valve implantation procedure. He also watched two diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization operations. The Prime Minister directly assessed the medical team’s performance and inspected the readiness of the center’s specialized departments.
The tour included operating rooms, intensive care units, and other medical facilities. Dbeibah reviewed technical capabilities, available equipment, and internal procedures, and followed up on the operational and technical needs required to develop and support specialized services.
The Prime Minister also visited a number of patients, listened to their health concerns, and assessed the level of care provided. He stressed the government’s commitment to supporting specialized medical institutions and ensuring the highest standards of healthcare for Libyans.
Dbeibah held a meeting with the center’s management. The director gave a detailed presentation on the center’s operations and services, noting that the facility has 10 specialized departments serving patients from across Libya. During the first quarter of 2026, the center admitted 1,041 patients, reflecting its active role in providing specialized heart care.
During the meeting, Dbeibah emphasized the importance of strengthening the capabilities of specialized centers and providing their necessary operational and technical requirements.