Libya’s economy is hugely dependent on the nation’s energy sector, which generates about 65% of GDP and 96% of government revenue. Income from the sale of crude oil and natural gas, coupled with a small population, give Libya one of the highest nominal per capita GDPs in Africa. The state sector is large and growing, with the majority of the Libyan workforce receiving a government salary in 2014.

Name Libya

Capital Tripoli

Name of parliament National Transitional Council

Parliament website www.ntc.gov.ly

Languages Arabic, Italian, English, Berber

Area 1 759 540 km²

Population 6 244 174 (July 2014 est)

Imports Machinery, semi-finished goods, food, transport equipment, consumer products

Exports Crude oil, refined petroleum products, natural gas, chemicals

Currency Libyan dinar

Source: CIA World Factbook
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