Tripoli: Members of the Presidential Council, Musa Al-Koni and Abdullah Al-Lafi, met with ambassadors of several European countries accredited to Libya to review developments in Libya and discuss prospects for political partnership with European countries at this critical stage.
According to Libyan News Agency, during the meeting, Al-Koni and Al-Lafi highlighted that partnership with Europe is a fundamental pillar in supporting the Libyan political process. They stressed the importance of strengthening constructive cooperation on existing international tracks, particularly the Berlin process, to achieve a comprehensive political settlement that paves the way for elections and moves the country toward lasting stability.
The Presidential Council called for a more visible and effective European role in supporting reconciliation efforts, restoring confidence between political parties, and backing the Presidential Council as a unifying body representing the three regions. They emphasized the Council’s capability
to create a national balance that leads to sustainable consensus.
The ambassadors expressed their full support for the Presidential Council’s efforts to achieve a just political settlement. They commended its commitment to supporting the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) and its diligent work to implement the outcomes of the Advisory Committee, which serve as a suitable basis for concluding transitional phases and preparing for elections.
Both sides emphasized the importance of unifying state institutions and ensuring their independence as a foundation for building an effective, unified state under a single government that embodies national consensus.
The Council members also underscored the importance of expanding coordination with European countries to tackle common challenges such as illegal migration, terrorism, and organized crime. They highlighted the need to establish a joint mechanism to expel mercenaries and foreign forces from Libyan territory and support efforts to combat corrupt
ion and smuggling through a comprehensive national approach based on transparency and reinforcing the sovereignty of the Libyan state.