The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has released the proposals of its advisory committee aimed at ending the country’s prolonged transitional phase and paving the way for national elections.
According to a statement issued by the mission, the report outlines four potential pathways that could serve as a roadmap for holding elections and concluding the transitional period. The options include: holding simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections; conducting parliamentary elections first, followed by the adoption of a permanent constitution; drafting and adopting a constitution before elections; or establishing a political dialogue committee based on the Libyan Political Agreement to finalise electoral laws, executive authority, and the permanent constitution.
The proposals were presented by UN Special Representative Hanna Tetteh to key Libyan stakeholders in both eastern and western regions. The mission said it intends to share the committee’s outcomes with the broader Libyan public to gather feedback and conduct opinion surveys.
UNSMIL also announced plans to hold consultations on the report with political parties, youth and women’s groups, civil society organisations, security bodies, community elders, and local leaders. The initiative seeks to build consensus around a viable and inclusive political roadmap, as Libya continues to grapple with deep divisions and the absence of unified national governance.
The advisory committee was formed to provide actionable suggestions that could unlock the political stalemate and lay the groundwork for credible elections. With years of delay and growing public frustration, the UN hopes the newly proposed options will create momentum for a unified political solution.
The mission reiterated its commitment to engaging all sectors of Libyan society in shaping the future of the country, emphasising the importance of national ownership and inclusive dialogue.
