Synopsis
Libyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamed Dbeibah has reiterated his government's strong support for UN efforts aimed at stabilizing Libya. In a meeting with UN envoy Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, he emphasized cooperation to end the political deadlock and promote elections, showcasing Libya's ongoing struggle for democracy since Gaddafi's fall.Key Takeaways
- Dbeibah supports UN's stability efforts.
- Meeting with Tetteh marks her first official duty.
- Focus on ending political deadlock.
- UN aims to assist in achieving Libyan aspirations.
- Libya's democratic transition remains challenging.
Tripoli, Feb 21 (NationPress) The Prime Minister of Libya, Abdul-Hamed Dbeibah, emphasized that his administration is fully backing the United Nations initiatives aimed at fostering stability within Libya.
Dbeibah made this declaration during a discussion with Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, who has recently been appointed as the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Libya and the head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), in Tripoli, as outlined in a statement from the Libyan government.
The statement noted, "Today, on Thursday, Prime Minister Abdul-Hamed Dbeibah welcomed the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Libya, Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, in her inaugural official meeting following her appointment."
During their conversation, the Prime Minister extended a warm welcome to the UN envoy, wishing her success in her role, and reaffirmed the Government of National Unity's commitment to supporting UN initiatives that aim to bolster stability in Libya, facilitate elections, and conclude the transitional phases.
Tetteh expressed her optimism regarding the UN's potential to positively influence Libya and assist its people in realizing their dreams for stability and development, as reported by Xinhua.
On the same day, the UN official held discussions with Taher Al-Baour, the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, reiterating the UN's dedication to collaborating closely with all Libyan parties to navigate the current political stalemate and guide the nation towards national elections.
Upon her arrival in Libya, Tetteh pledged to spearhead "UN mediation efforts towards a solution that is both Libyan-led and Libyan-owned."
A skilled diplomat, Tetteh previously directed UN engagements with the African Union and assumed her position last month as Libya's political divisions intensified. The country has faced a political impasse since the 2020 ceasefire's collapse, with eastern factions declining to recognize the Tripoli-based administration and both sides accused of hindering elections.
Since the ousting of the late leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, Libya has struggled to achieve a democratic transition amidst ongoing insecurity and turmoil.
