Libya’s Foreign Minister for the Parliament-designate government, Abdel-Hadi Al-Hwaij, has emphasised the importance of adapting to swift regional and international changes. Speaking at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ annual meeting for 2024, Al-Hwaij highlighted his government’s “zero-problem” policy with neighbouring countries.
He reaffirmed Libya’s steadfast support for Sudan’s territorial unity and the cessation of conflicts through dialogue. Al-Hwaij praised the humanitarian role of the Libyan Armed Forces, led by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, and the government of Osama Hamad in managing the influx of over 200,000 Sudanese refugees.
The Foreign Minister announced the opening of new consular offices in Tobruk, Ghat, and Qubah, while reactivating offices in Sirte and Kufra. A new consulate in Sabha is also planned for the near future.
To strengthen the country’s diplomatic capabilities, Al-Hwaij revealed the localisation of the Institute of Diplomatic Studies in Benghazi and the induction of a new batch of trainees.
He stressed the need for modernising diplomacy to include economic and cultural dimensions. Additionally, he announced the activation of 481 international agreements in collaboration with relevant ministries.
Looking ahead, Al-Hwaij revealed plans to host Libya’s first expatriate conference in early 2025. The event aims to strengthen the connection between Libyan expatriates and their homeland.8
