The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has announced the resumption of the Advisory Committee’s meetings, aiming to finalize a comprehensive electoral proposal to support Libya’s path toward inclusive and credible national elections. This initiative seeks to address longstanding political divisions and facilitate a realistic and implementable electoral timeline.
The Advisory Committee, composed of Libyan experts, is tasked with developing technically sound and politically viable options to resolve contentious issues within the current electoral framework. UNSMIL has indicated that the committee aims to complete its report by the end of April 2025, ensuring that the proposals are grounded in sound technical foundations and are politically feasible.
Established in February 2025 under UN Security Council Resolution 2755, the Advisory Committee’s mandate is to review the current electoral framework and provide options to resolve fundamental disputes hindering the conduct of national elections within a limited timeframe. The committee is not a decision-making body or a forum for political dialogue but serves to generate options for follow-on action by Libyan decision-makers.
UNSMIL continues to facilitate the Advisory Committee’s work, emphasizing the importance of Libyan ownership of the political process. The mission supports the committee’s efforts to develop proposals that are both technically sound and politically viable, contributing to the broader goal of achieving national elections and unifying Libya’s divided institutions.
