Member of the Libyan House of Representatives (HoR) Abdel-Moneim Al-Arfi reaffirmed that the parliament will continue its efforts to form a new government.
In a press statement, Al-Arfi emphasized that the House of Representatives will engage in dialogue with all parties and move forward with the formation of a new government and the organization of elections.
Regarding the suspension of participation in the trilateral meeting by the Head of the State Council, Mohamed Takala, Al-Arfi stated that the meeting of the heads of the House of Representatives, the State Council, and the Presidential Council will proceed regardless of whether Takala remains as the Head of the State Council or is succeeded by someone else in the upcoming presidential elections.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.
The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition.
Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
