Libya’s Minister of Social Affairs, Wafaa Kilani, met with Aminas Mitoma, Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Humanitarian Coordinator in Libya, to discuss future strategies for supporting those displaced by natural disasters.
The meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Tripoli, focused on enhancing collaboration in priority humanitarian issues. Discussions included plans to establish a Humanitarian and Community Contact Centre aimed at improving access to essential humanitarian services.
Minister Kilani emphasised the importance of sustained cooperation with the United Nations to ensure effective aid delivery to displaced and vulnerable families. She also stressed the need for improved coordination in implementing social protection plans and providing targeted support for affected groups.
Mitoma commended the Ministry’s efforts in addressing critical humanitarian issues and reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to strengthening joint efforts to enhance humanitarian response and support sustainable development in Libya.
This partnership reflects a shared vision of providing effective and coordinated aid to communities in need, with a focus on ensuring long-term recovery and resilience for those affected by natural disasters.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.
The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition.
Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
