On Wednesday, the Director General of the Libyan Reconstruction and Development Fund, Belgassem Haftar, met with a United Nations delegation to discuss enhanced cooperation on rebuilding efforts and sustainable development in Libya.
The UN delegation was led by Georgette Gagnon, Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Humanitarian Coordinator in Libya.
During the talks, Haftar reaffirmed the fund’s full commitment to transparency, efficiency, and accountability in executing development programs across the country.
He emphasized that the fund’s work is grounded in clear principles, focused on rebuilding critical infrastructure, restoring basic services, and supporting the empowerment of local communities.
The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen coordination between the Libyan Reconstruction and Development Fund and the UN system, particularly in areas hardest hit by conflict and natural disasters. A key focus was the recovery of regions affected by Storm Daniel, which devastated parts of eastern Libya in September 2023.
Haftar and the UN team discussed ways to improve field coordination, enhance technical partnerships, and expand data-sharing mechanisms to better respond to both immediate humanitarian needs and long-term development priorities. Haftar also presented the fund’s strategic roadmap and ongoing projects in multiple Libyan cities, outlining how these initiatives are designed to support local resilience and national stability.
He praised the UN’s continued involvement in Libya’s recovery and said the visit reflects growing international support for a unified reconstruction strategy. At the conclusion of the meeting, Haftar thanked the delegation for its engagement and described the exchange as a valuable step toward building sustainable partnerships for Libya’s future.
