Chairman of Libya’s High National Elections Commission (HNEC), Emad Al-Sayeh held a meeting with UN Adviser on Libya, Stephanie Williams.
They discussed the latest developments in the electoral process, in light of the latest local and international developments. The meeting also reviewed ways to support national proposals to achieve a consensus between political parties
According to the statement, Williams affirmed the international community’s support for these endeavours. She praised HNEC’s efforts to provide ideal conditions for holding the elections.
Recently, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ Special Adviser on Libya (SASG), Stephanie Williams held a meeting with the Speaker of the Libyan Parliament, Ageela Saleh to discuss the latest developments in the country.
In a statement, the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) said that Ageela Saleh affirmed his full support for the constitutional process between the Parliament, and the High Council of the State (HCS) and sponsored by the UN mission.
The two sides discussed plans for next week’s final round of talks aimed at establishing the constitutional framework needed to take Libya to comprehensive national elections, as soon as possible.
Last month, US State Department Spokesman, Ned Price said that the US administration is working with Williams to support the ceasefire, and avoid an escalation of violence.
In televised statements, Price added that Washington supports the holding of elections in Libya, and seeks to express the will of the Libyan people as soon as possible.
He noted that the record number of Libyans on the electoral lists is evidence of their desire to exercise their democratic right.
Williams is preparing to travel to the United States to discuss the Libyan situation with the Biden administration.