The United Kingdom’s Ambassador to Libya, Martin Reynolds, has expressed optimism about renewing military cooperation between the UK and Libya, following a visit to the city of Sirte and ahead of joint engagement planned for April.
In a statement shared after his visit, Reynolds described the trip to Sirte as “a wonderful visit,” praising the warm reception he received from Dr. Mahmoud Farjani, Director General of Libya’s National Development Agency, as well as the Mayor of Sirte.
The British ambassador said he was able to closely observe the significant progress achieved in major infrastructure projects across the city, including developments at the Sirte Free Zone, noting visible signs of reconstruction and economic revival.
Reflecting on the broader security context, Reynolds highlighted that the visit coincides with the tenth anniversary of joint British-Libyan operations against ISIS. He welcomed the transformation of Sirte since that period, describing it as encouraging to see the city thriving after years of instability.
Looking ahead, Reynolds confirmed that the United Kingdom is seeking to renew military cooperation with Libya during the upcoming Flintlock exercise, scheduled to take place in April. He framed this cooperation as part of broader efforts to enhance security coordination and strengthen bilateral ties.
The remarks underline growing UK interest in re-engaging with Libya on both security and development fronts, amid wider international focus on stability, counterterrorism, and reconstruction in central Libya and the wider Mediterranean region.
