The Libyan capital, Tripoli, witnessed the active participation of the Tripoli City Development Authority (TCDA) in the “Al-Omran Forum 2025” and Italian Design Day, held in the city.
The forum was attended by the Head of the Tripoli City Development Authority, Rajab Al-Dali, and his deputy, Mohamed Al-Maqouri, along with a team of the authority’s engineers and representatives from the Planning Office. The event also saw high-level attendance, including the Italian Ambassador to Libya, heads of Libyan institutions concerned with heritage and urbanism, and a selection of prominent Italian architects.
Focus on Architectural Restoration
The one-day forum focused on exploring horizons for enhancing Libyan-Italian cooperation in a vital field: the restoration and maintenance of historical buildings that bear the hallmarks of Italian architecture in Tripoli. The panel sessions served as a platform for exchanging expertise and knowledge between experts and architects from both countries.
Preserving the Past, Connecting to the Future
During a pivotal panel discussion titled “Preserving the Past and Connecting it to the Future,” engineers from the Tripoli City Development Authority presented a detailed overview of the city’s most prominent ongoing projects. The presentation highlighted:
- The Downtown Development Project: Specifically focusing on Istiklal Street.
- The Red Castle (Assaraya al-Hamra): Maintenance efforts for the historic walls of the archaeological citadel.
- Specialized Techniques: A focus on the specific technologies and materials used to restore the historic ornaments and architectural elements that adorn these significant landmarks.
Conclusion
This forum signals a serious commitment to safeguarding the architectural identity of Tripoli and strengthening international cooperation in the field of urban heritage preservation.
