The Chargé d’Affaires of the Chinese Embassy to Libya, Wang Qiminm and the Deputy Head of Libya’s Presidential Council, Abdullah Al-Lafi discussed the latest political developments in the country, and ways to enhance bilateral relations.
During their meeting in Tripoli, the two sides reviewed ways to resume the work of the Chinese Embassy in Tripoli, the return of Chinese companies to Libya, and the completion of stalled projects.
According to a statement, Qiminm expressed his support for the Presidential Council’s National Reconciliation Project. He praised the convening of the preparatory forum, with the participation of representatives of various political parties.
The Chinese diplomat also highlighted the importance of holding elections in Libya.
Notably, the Head of the Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Mnifi held a meeting with the Chinese President, Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the first China-Arab Summit, which was held in Saudi Arabia in December.
During the meeting, the two parties reviewed the return of Chinese companies to Libya, and to contribute to enhancing the development of Libya, according to a statement by the Presidential Council’s Media Office.
President Xi reiterated that the return of Chinese companies is closely linked to the country’s stability and security.
Al-Mnifi also stressed that “achieving stability and security requires the support of the friendly state of China, to move forward in achieving the electoral process, ending the transitional stages, and achieving comprehensive national reconciliation.”
Notably, Libya’s Oil Minister, Mohamed Aoun, has praised the “historic” commercial and economic relations with China, saying his country has had friendly relations with all key actors in East and West.
In an interview with Libya Review in July 2022, Aoun said that several Chinese companies entered the oil sector in Libya, and they still buy some shipments of Libyan oil.
