Libyan House of Representatives member Abdul Moneim Al-Arfi has announced that the heads of the Presidential Council, High Council of State, and Parliament will meet in Morocco.
In a press statement, he said the meeting aims to discuss the formation of a new government to oversee the long-awaited general elections.
Al-Arfi explained that the meeting will address establishing correct mechanisms for unifying military institutions, consolidating other institutions, and ensuring recognition of election results. He added that the meeting comes amid internal unrest and various tensions. The discussions are scheduled for mid-July and aim to reach a consensus on points previously discussed at a meeting in Cairo.
The meeting in Morocco will be based on principles and agreements reached earlier in Cairo between the three leaderships. Al-Arfi emphasised that efforts must be made internally, with the support of the Arab League and neighbouring countries, to conduct the elections. He noted that foreign envoys would not provide solutions and might instead perpetuate the crisis.
Last month, a consultative meeting was held involving members of the House of Representatives and the High Council of State (HCS), along with representatives of political parties and civil forces, in Misrata.
The meeting aimed to discuss the re-launch of the political process in Libya, following the outcomes of the previous extensive meeting between the two councils in Tunis.
The focus of the meeting was on the importance of forming a unified government capable of steering the country towards the anticipated elections, a crucial step for achieving political and security stability in Libya. Participants underscored the necessity for cooperation among all political and civil stakeholders to attain this shared objective.
The gathering saw attendance from various political parties and civil forces, reflecting a collective desire to participate in building a better future for Libya. Discussions also addressed the means to activate previous agreements and overcome obstacles hindering their implementation.
The participants agreed to continue their consultative meetings and discussions to ensure the required national consensus and to advance the political process. This meeting represents a positive step towards restoring stability and building strong institutions that serve the interests of the Libyan people.
Naima Al-Hami, a member of the High Council of State, has confirmed that members revealed to “Fawasel media” that the meeting aims to build on the recent talks held in Tunisia and to discuss the formation of a new government capable of conducting elections.
Libya has been in turmoil since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, with rival administrations in the east and west vying for power. The upcoming discussions in Misrata are seen as a critical step in uniting these factions and ensuring that elections can be held to establish a stable and representative government.
The formation of a new government is seen as essential for addressing the country’s many issues, including security, economic instability, and the provision of basic services. The international community has also been urging Libyan leaders to reach an agreement and set a clear timeline for elections.
