In a significant dip6lomatic development, Belarus has officially inaugurated its consulate in the eastern Libyan city of Benghazi. The ceremony was overseen by Libya’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr. Abdelhadi Al-Hwaij, alongside Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Karankevich, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.
The high-profile event also featured the attendance of the Deputy Speaker of the Belarusian Parliament and First Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Lukashevich. The Belarusian delegation included key ministers from the health, industry, and agriculture sectors, underscoring Minsk’s commitment to expanding cooperation with Libya. From the Libyan side, Minister of State for Communication Affairs Dr. Khaled Al-Saadawi and several senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were also present.
Speaking during the inauguration, both parties highlighted the strategic role the new consulate is expected to play in fostering closer ties between Libya and Belarus. The diplomatic mission is viewed as a cornerstone for advancing cooperation across political, economic, and cultural domains.
The opening of the Belarusian consulate marks a new chapter in Libya–Belarus relations, reflecting mutual interest in building stronger institutional, trade, and development partnerships in a rapidly evolving geopolitical environment.
