Ahmed Miitig

Ahmed Omar Maiteeq (; born 1972) is a Libyan businessman and politician known for his contributions to Libya’s economic and political landscape. He has held various high-ranking positions, including Prime Minister of Libya from May to June 2014 as well as Vice Chairman of the Presidential Council and Deputy Prime Minister of the Government of National Accord from 2016 to 2021.

Early life and education Maiteeq was born in Misrata in 1972 and raised in Tripoli. After completing his education in Italy, Maiteeq returned to Libya to manage his family's businesses.

Political career Maiteeq entered politics during the Libyan civil war (2011), joining the Civil Development and Stability Committee. By 2013, he became an economic advisor to the General National Congress (GNC) and was briefly elected Prime Minister of Libya in 2014. Following a legal dispute, he resigned after the Supreme Court invalidated his appointment. In a statement, he said "I respect the judiciary and I will be the first who complies with the judiciary’s rulings." He played a role in economic reforms and diplomatic negotiations, including brokering a ceasefire between the GNA and Marshal Khalifa Haftar in June 2020.

Maiteeq coordinated security strategies against ISIS (2016–2017). He launched an economic reform program in 2018 to improve living standards and stabilize the Libyan dinar. He negotiated an agreement in September 2020 that ended a nine-month oil blockade. He also promoted military unification efforts between Libya’s eastern and western factions.

Maiteeq announced his candidacy for the Libyan presidency in 2021, advocating for inclusive governance, economic stability, and national unity.