The Ministry of Youth in Libya’s Government of National Unity has announced the arrival of a delegation representing the leadership boards of local youth councils in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The delegation will participate in the 10th edition of the “Sacred Feelings” program.
Led by Abdul Salam Abu Sbeihah, Director of the Minister of Youth’s Office, the Libyan delegation is participating in an event organized by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sports in cooperation with the Technical Secretariat of the Council of Arab Youth and Sports Ministers under the League of Arab States.
The program began on Saturday with visits to the Museum of Revelation and the Holy Qur’an Museum in Mecca. It will continue until December 8, with various activities planned across the cities of Mecca, Jeddah, and Medina.
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.
