The United States (US) Special Envoy to Libya, Richard Norland, affirmed support for efforts aimed at enhancing sustainable and ongoing improvements in healthcare systems in Libya.
Norland participated in a virtual meeting with officials from the Libyan Ministry of Health. They are visiting the US to meet with healthcare providers and hospitals in New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.
He expressed his gratitude to the Director of the US-Libya Business Chamber, Debbie Hersch, for hosting the virtual discussion.
Norland stated, “we welcome their visit and support efforts aimed at enhancing sustainable and ongoing improvements in healthcare systems and healthcare in Libya and around the world.”
Notably, Libyan Parliament Speaker, Ageela Saleh is set for an official visit to Washington to discuss the latest political developments with key figures in the US.
Saleh’s Media Advisor, Fathi Al-Marimi said that the visit aims to “strengthen ties and garner support for Libya’s political process.”
He affirmed the significance of consultations with countries interested in Libyan affairs, and highlighted the openness of the Libyan Parliament to engage with the US. As well as acknowledging its keen interest in the Libyan dossier, and support for a political solution through Libyan-led dialogue leading to elections.
Al-Marimi denied rumours about seeking the services of American public relations firms to enhance relations with US officials. He noted that direct communication occurs without intermediaries, emphasising the Parliament’s pivotal role in Libyan politics.
In another context, the United States announced an additional contribution of $4.5 million dollars for strengthening Libya’s civil aviation sector, and airport security.
This announcement came during a meeting between US Special Envoy Ambassador, Richard Norland, and Libyan Deputy Minister of Transport for Air Transport Affairs, Khaled Al-Swessi.
The Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for North Africa Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Joshua Harris, and US Chargé d’Affaires, Jeremy Berndt, also participated in the meeting.
Norland affirmed the US’ commitment to assisting Libya in building a secure and efficient civil aviation sector, connecting the country to the rest of the world.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Moammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.