Libya and the African Union (AU) inaugurated a new AU office in the capital Tripoli on Thursday, in a move aimed at strengthening coordination between the two sides and expanding Libya’s engagement with African institutions. Tripolicity guide
The office was inaugurated by acting Foreign Minister, Taher Al-Baour, and African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, in the presence of Minister of State for African Affairs Fathallah Al-Zunni and a number of officials and diplomats accredited to Libya.
The Foreign Ministry said the office will provide an institutional framework for direct communication with the African Union Commission, facilitate follow-up on issues of mutual interest, and coordinate continental programs and initiatives.
The opening comes as Tripoli seeks to strengthen its relations with the African Union and expand its participation in AU programs and institutions, enhancing Libya’s role on the continent.
The inauguration included a tour of the new office as well as the headquarters of the African Union Development Agency (NEPAD), where officials reviewed the facilities and available resources and discussed the office’s role in facilitating communication and coordination between Libya and African Union institutions.
Following the inauguration, Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah met with the African Union Commission chairperson and his accompanying delegation to discuss a number of issues of mutual interest and ways to further develop cooperation between Libya and African Union institutions across various fields.
The two sides also discussed the latest developments in the political process and efforts to consolidate stability, as well as the African Union’s role in supporting the political process and the national reconciliation initiative. They also discussed coordinating positions on regional issues in a way that strengthens Libya’s presence and role on the African continent.
