The Head of the Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Mnifi hosted a crucial meeting with the Congolese Foreign Minister, Jean-Claude Gakosso, and the African Union’s advisor for national reconciliation, Mohamed Hassan El-Labbad in Tripoli.
During this high-profile meeting, the delegation briefed Al-Mnifi on the outcomes of the preparatory committee’s session for the reconciliation conference, recently held in Sebha. The delegation expressed their gratitude to the President for his pivotal role in facilitating unresolved issues, and contributing effectively to the reconciliation process.
Al-Mnifi lauded the African Union’s significant role in supporting the Libyan reconciliation project. He reaffirmed his ongoing support for efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive reconciliation, which involves all parties.
This meeting underscores the Libyan government’s commitment to fostering national unity and reconciliation, with a focus on collaboration with regional partners and organisations. The involvement of high-level officials from the African Union, further highlights the continental commitment to ensuring peace and stability in Libya.
As Libya continues its journey towards national reconciliation and unity, such meetings play a crucial role in building consensus, and understanding among diverse Libyan factions and their international partners. The Presidential Council’s dedication to these goals is expected to pave the way for a more stable, and united future for the country.
Last month, the Foreign Minister of the Libyan Parliament-designated government, Abdel-Hadi Al-Hwaij held a meeting with Crispin Mbindule Vano, the Congolese Deputy Foreign Minister.
This diplomatic encounter was held in Kinshasa, with a primary focus on enhancing diplomatic relations and exploring opportunities for collaboration.
During their discussion, both parties addressed the establishment of a Congolese Consulate in Benghazi.
The meeting emphasised the importance of fostering strong bilateral relations, to serve the best interests of both countries and their two peoples.
Furthermore, they underscored the significance of collective efforts to tackle not only the challenges within Libya, but also those prevalent across Africa.
Both Libya and Congo expressed the urgency of altering the prevailing perception of Africa, shifting it from a continent that requires external assistance to one that actively engages in productive partnerships.
In addition, the diplomats discussed the critical significance of south-south cooperation, and the need to develop innovative strategies to address migration-related issues effectively.
The meeting also discussed the pivotal role that Africa must play in surmounting its challenges, through fostering unity among its people, and leveraging the strengths of all African nations.
They stressed that, “democracy should not be imposed externally but should, above all, respect the sovereign will of African nations in their selection of leaders.”