Basit Igtet - عبد الباسط أقطيط

Basit Igtet builds upon an extensive family background in the protection of Libyan freedoms. 
Basit's grandfather Musa Igtet defended Libyans against Italian occupation in 1911.  His father, Hassan Igtet, was dedicated to Libyan education, but he was best known for his public stand against the Gaddafi regime. This led to his family's imprisonment and later, his death.
Following his death, Basit sought Swiss asylum. He became a successful businessman and supported other exiled Libyans.
His primary business, Swiss International Management, focuses on real estate, infrastructure, healthcare and oil and gas exploration. His latest project Athal Energy develops Libyan oil fields. 
The February 2011 Libyan revolution opened a door for Basit. Since September 2011, he has been the Special Envoy to the Libyan Transitional National Council (TNC). 
"May we, the Libyan people, share in a new spirit of peaceful co-operation and rebuild the human capital of our shattered homeland." - Basit Igtet