Deputy Prime Minister of the Libyan Government of National Unity (GNU), Ramadan Abu Janah, met with the French Ambassador to Libya, Mustafa Mihraje, to discuss the situation in southern Libya.
According to the French Ambassador’s post on his “X” page, they exchanged views on the political file, security situation, and the southern region of Libya. They also discussed bilateral cooperation between Libya and France in the health sector and its development.
In a separate context, the French Ambassador noted that he briefed Presidential Council President Mohamed al-Mnifi on the preparations for the humanitarian conference on Sudan, scheduled to be held in Paris on April 15.
Earlier this week, Mihraje affirmed his country’s commitment, through its membership in the European Union, to lift the ban on Libyan civil aviation.
This statement came during a meeting between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs, Mohamed Issa, and the French Ambassador to Libya, at the ministry’s headquarters.
The media office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Government of National Unity (GNU) stated that Issa expressed his hope for France to play a positive role in lifting the ban on Libyan civil aviation in European airspace, aiming to enhance trade and travel between the two countries.
The Deputy Minister emphasised the importance of France’s support for peace and stability efforts in Libya, as well as its backing for comprehensive national dialogue among all Libyan factions.
Regarding the issue of illegal migration, the Deputy Minister noted the significant number of migrants who perish while crossing the desert or sea.
He affirmed that the GNU will staunchly defend Libya’s sovereignty, security, and stability. He also stated that it would spare no effort in enforcing Libyan laws related to combating infiltration and illegal migration.
