On Tuesday, the Chairman of Libya’s Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Mnifi, met with Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis in Tripoli, where the two officials discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand areas of mutual cooperation.
The meeting, held at the headquarters of the Presidential Council, was also attended by Greek Ambassador to Libya Nikolaos Garilidis. Discussions focused on enhancing political and diplomatic ties, emphasizing the shared historical and cultural links between Libya and Greece, and expressing a mutual desire to deepen cooperation in a way that serves both nations’ strategic interests.
During the talks, Al-Mnifi underscored the importance of restoring strong, stable relations with Greece, noting that both countries stand to benefit from greater collaboration, particularly in the areas of economic development, investment, and regional security.
The two sides reviewed a series of initiatives aimed at reviving mechanisms for bilateral cooperation, including the reactivation of joint technical and economic committees that have been dormant in recent years. Both parties welcomed the idea of reopening channels for Greek companies to return to Libya and participate in reconstruction efforts, particularly in infrastructure, energy, and development sectors.
Another key point of discussion was the potential reopening of direct commercial flights between Libya and Greece. Both officials agreed that improving air connectivity would support trade, tourism, and broader people-to-people exchange. Enhancing security coordination, especially in addressing irregular migration across the Mediterranean, was also highlighted as a shared priority.
For his part, Foreign Minister Gerapetritis reaffirmed Greece’s support for Libya’s sovereignty and political stability. He expressed his government’s readiness to assist in reconstruction efforts and to build a forward-looking partnership grounded in mutual respect and long-term cooperation.
