Egypt’s Foreign Minister reaffirmed support for a Libyan-led political process, emphasizing the need for consensus and the integrity of state institutions to facilitate elections. Meeting with UN envoy Hana Tetteh, he called for the withdrawal of foreign forces to ensure Libya’s unity and stability, marking Tetteh’s first official visit abroad.
The Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdel Aty, reaffirmed Egypt’s dedication to aiding Libyan factions in achieving consensus, thereby bolstering the Libyan-led political process. This commitment also aims to uphold the integrity of state institutions, facilitating prospective presidential and parliamentary elections.
During a meeting in Cairo with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Libya, Hana Tetteh, Abdel Aty congratulated her on her appointment and expressed Egypt’s readiness to collaborate towards finding a sustainable resolution to the ongoing Libyan crisis.
A statement released by Egypt’s Foreign Ministry underscored Abdel Aty’s urgent request for the removal of all foreign forces, fighters, and mercenaries from Libya within a specified timeframe, emphasizing this as crucial for the nation’s unity and stability. Notably, Tetteh’s trip to Cairo represents her inaugural official foreign engagement in her role as UN envoy to Libya.
Egypt continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting Libya in achieving a peaceful resolution through a Libyan-led political process. The call for foreign military withdrawal highlights the nation’s priority for stability and unity. Support from international representatives, such as the UN envoy, is essential in navigating the complexities of the Libyan crisis.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
