Egyptian Foreign Minister, Sameh Shoukry reaffirmed his support for the Libyan peace process, without any external dictations. This statement came during Shoukry’s visit to Washington.
US Envoy to Libya, Ambassador Richard Norland, praised Egypt’s pivotal role, and its ongoing efforts to support the settlement process in Libya. During the meeting with Shoukry, Norland emphasised the “existing and continuous cooperation between Egypt and the United States to find effective solutions to the Libyan crisis, aiming to establish sustainable stability across Libya, in accordance with
relevant references.”
Shoukry stressed Egypt’s unwavering support for a Libyan-led resolution. He highlighted the importance of respecting the role of Libyan institutions in this process, especially referencing the Skhirat Agreement. As well as the urgency of conducting simultaneous Presidential and Parliamentary elections, at the earliest opportunity.
He also emphasized the necessity to halt foreign interventions in Libya. He called for the withdrawal of all foreign forces, fighters, and mercenaries from Libya within a specific timeframe, underscoring the commitment to Libya’s sovereignty and stability.
Days ago, the Health Minister of the Parliament-designated government, Othman Abdul Jalil, accompanied by Ahmed El-Sabki, Chairman of the Board of Healthcare Services in Egypt, conducted an inspection tour of several hospitals in Benghazi.
The delegation visited Benghazi Medical Center, Kidney Services Center, Qaryounis Integrated Clinic, Sabri Integrated Clinic, Al-Hawari Heart Center, and Benghazi Eye Hospital.
El-Sabki and the accompanying delegation expressed admiration for the level of services. Dr. El-Sabki personally covered the expenses for a case at the Kidney Center. He highlighted the continuous improvement in Libya’s healthcare sector, commending Egypt’s readiness for full cooperation to enhance the healthcare system.
He praised the significant role played by the Libyan Ministry of Health in advancing the healthcare system, providing the latest devices, equipment, and medical supplies to elevate the quality of healthcare services for citizens.