A number of Libyan security officials met with the European Support Mission in Libya, and discussed the administration and security of Libya’s borders.
The two sides discussed promoting cooperation in border security management, and the necessary training requirements needed in Libya.
The meeting, which was held in Tripoli, was attended by the Chief of Staff, the Head of the Libyan Coast Guard, the General Director of the Customs Authority, and a number of other officials. The European delegation included the European Union’s Director of Planning of Civil Missions, and the Head of Mission, Jose Sabadell.
Notably, Italian Interior Minister, Luciana Lamorgese stressed the need to work on concluding a strong strategic partnership agreement with Libya, to combat illegal immigration.
This came during her meeting with the Minister of European and Constitutional Affairs in the Austrian government. Lamorgese warned of the need to conclude this agreement with Libya, Tunisia, and other countries that are sources of illegal immigration.