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2012 in Libya

Explore 5 historical events and records for Libya in 2012.

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Historical records for Libya in 2012

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July

7 July 2012

General National Congress Election

el-Keib, Abdurrahim · Libya · Prime Minister of Libya · Government / Government of Libya

Libya holds its first nationwide parliamentary election after the fall of Gaddafi.

August

8 August 2012

Transfer of Authority to Congress

Jalil, Mustafa Abdul · Tripoli · Chairman of National Transitional Council · Government / Government of Libya

The National Transitional Council transfers power to the elected General National Congress.

9 August 2012

Election as Congress President

Magariaf, Mohamed Yousef · Tripoli · President of General National Congress · Government / Government of Libya

Members elect Magariaf to lead the General National Congress.

September

12 September 2012

Selection as Prime Minister-Designate

Shagur, Mustafa Abu · Tripoli · Prime Minister-Designate of Libya · Government / Government of Libya

Congress selects Shagur to form a government, but his proposed cabinet later fails.

October

14 October 2012

Election as Prime Minister

Zeidan, Ali · Tripoli · Prime Minister of Libya · Government / Government of Libya

The General National Congress elects Zeidan to form a new government.

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