Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the Libyan House of Representatives, Youssef Al-Agouri, held a virtual meeting with the U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Libya, Jeremy Prent, to discuss key international developments and shared concerns. The discussions addressed issues related to the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), regional updates, particularly in Syria and Sudan, and their implications for Libya.
Al-Agouri emphasized the importance of addressing economic challenges due to their significant impact on the lives of Libyan citizens. He affirmed the House of Representatives’ readiness to draft and discuss necessary legislation, highlighting the value of leveraging international expertise in this domain.
Reiterating the House of Representatives’ stance, Al-Agouri voiced strong opposition to any foreign military presence in Libya. He called for continued efforts to maintain the ceasefire agreement and prevent security breaches to ensure peace across the nation.
Al-Agouri underlined the importance of establishing a permanent constitution to support Libya’s path toward peace and long-term stability. He further expressed optimism about fostering stronger ties with the new U.S. administration and conveyed congratulations on the New Year and the recent U.S. elections.
Al-Agouri expressed gratitude for U.S. support programs, particularly those aimed at aiding southern Libya. He reiterated Libya’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with the United States in various fields.
Jeremy Prent reaffirmed the U.S.’s commitment to supporting peace and stability in Libya. He emphasized the embassy’s dedication to strengthening bilateral relations in coordination with Libyan partners from all regions.
The meeting concluded with both sides agreeing to maintain coordination and joint efforts to promote greater stability and prosperity for the Libyan people.
