On Monday, Libyan Prime Minister of the Parliament-designate government Osama Hammad underscored the importance of empowering women and providing them with opportunities to hold leadership positions.
In a statement, Hammad expressed his unwavering support for women’s empowerment across all sectors, recognizing their exceptional competence and significant contributions.
The Libyan PM took part in a panel discussion at the Africa-Europe Conference in Benghazi, which focused on the “Feminization of Migration” and the involvement of women.
During the session, he addressed the development of a national strategy for sustainable development, particularly targeting irregular migration. Hammad emphasized the need to strengthen security agencies and raise awareness about migrants’ rights.
The discussion also highlighted the necessity of amending laws governing irregular migration to protect migrant women’s rights. This includes enforcing international agreements in countries affected by migration, whether they are countries of origin, transit, or destination.
The session stressed the importance of enhancing coordination between ministries and fostering cooperation between executive bodies and civil society. Additionally, it covered the renovation and restructuring of healthcare services for migrants, focusing on elderly women and those with disabilities.
The meeting saw participation from Intisar Shanib, Chair of the Women and Children’s Committee in the House of Representatives; Intisar Aboud, Minister of State for Women’s Affairs; Fathi Al-Tibawi, Minister of State for Irregular Migration Affairs; representatives of international organizations; and members of the African Parliament.
Since the 2011 civil war that led to the ousting of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has faced significant political and social challenges, resulting in a divided nation with multiple factions vying for control. Amid this turmoil, the country has experienced a substantial migration crisis, serving as both a transit and destination country for migrants from various parts of Africa seeking better opportunities in Europe.
