New york: Mosaad Boulos, Senior US Presidential Advisor for African Affairs, addressed the UN Security Council, detailing the United States' efforts to facilitate economic and military integration in Libya. Speaking at a session focused on the North African nation, Boulos highlighted the strategic initiative to unify the eastern and western regions of Libya by engaging senior officials from both areas.
According to Libyan News Agency, Boulos announced that the US Africa Command (AFRICOM) is set to conduct its annual training exercises in Sirte next April. This event marks a significant step towards establishing joint military training between forces from both parts of Libya. The initiative aims to build a foundation for long-term cooperation and unity.
Boulos also expressed the United States' full backing of the Unified Development Program agreement, urging Libyan leaders to implement the program and adopt a national budget. He stressed that these actions are vital for economic reconciliation and the establishment of unified governance, which are necessary for paving the way towards elections.
In his address, Boulos emphasized the need for Libyan leaders to make mutual concessions and agreements to overcome political divisions. He reiterated the United States' commitment to leading diplomatic efforts to achieve peace in Libya, and supporting both the Libyan leadership and the UN roadmap.
Concluding his remarks, Boulos called on Libyan leaders to move past historical conflicts, noting the potential for stability in Libya to bolster security in the Mediterranean and North Africa. He expressed cautious optimism about the current situation and reaffirmed the United States' dedication to continued collaboration with Libya, the United Nations, and other international partners.