The Libyan Interior Ministry of the Parliament-designate government held a joint meeting with the High National Elections Commission (HNEC) on Monday.
The discussion focused on the security plan to ensure safety during the upcoming municipal elections, scheduled for 16 November, as part of preparations to guarantee a secure and transparent voting process.
Senior officials from both sides attended the meeting, alongside representatives from various security agencies, where they reviewed the necessary arrangements to secure polling centres and provide a safe environment for voters, observers, and staff.
In his address, Interior Minister Major General Issam Abu Zariba, representing the eastern government, reaffirmed the Ministry’s full readiness to secure the elections. He emphasised the importance of close coordination with HNEC to ensure everyone’s safety at polling stations.
The minister also urged police chiefs to enhance field cooperation between different units, activate rapid response teams for any emergencies, and set up checkpoints at the entry and exit points of the municipalities involved.
Meanwhile, Ahmed Al-Jali, head of the Election Administration Office in Benghazi, praised the Ministry’s efforts in supporting the electoral process.
He highlighted the importance of public awareness and urged all relevant authorities to strengthen support for the election commission and foster public confidence.
