On Monday, the First Deputy Speaker of the Libyan Parliament, Fawzi Al-Nuwairi received the German Ambassador to Libya, Michael Ohnmacht.
They discussed the latest political developments in the country. As well as a number of issues related to local affairs, and ways to address them in a way that ensures stability.
The meeting comes within the framework of efforts to mobilize support for the political process facilitated by the United Nations, in order to hold free and fair elections in Libya.
Last week, Ohnmacht met with the Chairman of Libya’s High National Elections Commission (HNEC), Emad Al-Sayeh.
HNEC said in a statement that they met in Tripoli and discussed “the latest developments in the course of the electoral process, and ways to strengthen proposals that seek peace and stability in order to achieve the planned benefits for this year.”
The German Ambassador expressed his appreciation for the national efforts seeking to hold the elections. He reiterated Berlin’s readiness to provide technical and advisory support to HNEC. This support would enhance the Commission’s readiness, and create a suitable environment for the implementation of the elections.
On the other hand, the Head of Libya’s Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Mnifi affirmed his readiness to “support any initiative that allows elections to be held before the end of 2023.”
Al-Mnifi’s remarks came during his meeting with Ohnmacht in Tripoli. They discussed ways of enhancing bilateral relations, and touched on the latest political developments in the country.
Ohnmacht appreciated the Presidential Council’s “important role in pushing forward the file of reconciliation. In addition to its commitment to holding dialogues with all Libyan parties to maintain the country’s unity.”
He added that “all Libyans deserve a life in peace and security.” Therefore, he “welcomes the efforts of the UN Envoy to consolidate peace and strengthen the unity of Libya.”