On Monday, the Leaders of Libya, Algeria, and Tunisia underscored the importance of unifying positions, consultation, and coordination to strengthen security in the region.
This came in a joint statement issued after the consultative meeting, which was attended by the Head of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mohamed al-Mnifi, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and Tunisian President Kais Saied.
The statement reaffirmed the commitment of the three North African countries to national sovereignty and non-interference in internal affairs.
The leaders also firmly rejected foreign interventions in Libyan affairs and pledged support for efforts leading to elections.
The statement emphasised the pivotal role of Libya’s neighbouring countries in supporting authorities’ reconstruction and stability efforts.
Furthermore, they condemned the violations, crimes, and genocide committed against the people of Gaza, renewing the urgent call for an immediate cessation of Israeli aggression.
Last month, Tebboune disclosed an agreement with leaders of four countries in the region, including the Head of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mohamed al-Mnifi, to establish a joint Maghreb coalition.
During a televised interview in Algeria, Tebboune clarified that he reached an understanding with Libya, Tunisia, and Mauritania to work together in creating a common Maghreb entity, emphasising it’s not aimed against any particular state.
He attributed the decision to the absence of joint Maghreb action, hence the agreement to hold Maghreb meetings without excluding any party, keeping the door open for all.
While not ruling out the possibility of Morocco joining, Tebboune stated, “The door is always open to our neighbours in the west (referring to Morocco). But they have chosen other avenues, and they are free to do so.”
Earlier in March, Algerian, Tunisian, and Libyan leaders declared a “strategic partnership,” committing to regular summits to address security and economic challenges among the three countries.
