Rebels in Desperate Need of Frozen Assets

The video discusses the economic and infrastructural challenges faced by Libya post-Gaddafi. Nearly a billion pounds worth of Libyan dinar notes were printed but not shipped by the UK. In Tripoli, fuel shortages highlight the critical need for cash to pay soldiers and civil servants and to rebuild infrastructure. The new Libyan government estimates a $5 billion cost for essentials like food and water. Establishing security and rebuilding infrastructure are priorities. The fall of Gaddafi allows Libya's wealth to address youth unemployment, struggling industries, and extreme poverty.

What is the estimated cost for the new Libyan government to address essential needs?

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What challenges does Libya face in terms of infrastructure and economy as mentioned in the text?

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