The new government categorically rejected communism – in large part because it was atheist – and officially espoused an Arab interpretation of socialism that integrated Islamic principles with social, economic, and political reform. Libya had shifted, virtually overnight, from the camp of conservative Arab traditionalist states to that of the radical nationalist states.
The new government dismissed communism – mainly due to its atheism – and officially adopted an Arab interpretation of socialism that included Islamic elements and reforms in society, economy, and politics. Libya swiftly moved from the group of conservative Arab traditionalist countries to those advocating for radical nationalism.