Al-Taher Al-Baour, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, confirmed Libya’s firm commitment to upholding the rule of law and judicial independence. This assurance was delivered in his speech on Tuesday in Geneva, where he represented Libya before the Human Rights Council’s Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR).
Al-Baour detailed the Government of National Unity’s efforts to address past human rights violations, emphasizing continued cooperation with the International Criminal Court (ICC) through 2027. He also noted the measures initiated to dismantle and dissolve formations and entities proven to be involved in such abuses.
The Libyan official further reviewed the progress made in protecting citizens’ fundamental rights, including civil, political, economic, and social rights. He highlighted government initiatives under the “Return to Life” plan, which is aimed at improving essential services such as health, education, and infrastructure.
In the context of reforms, Al-Baour underscored actions taken to empower women and ensure free education, alongside intensified efforts to combat human trafficking networks and migrant smuggling operations.
Al-Taher Al-Baour concluded his address by affirming Libya’s complete openness to constructive dialogue and international partnership. He expressed the country’s full readiness to examine all recommendations put forth by participating states in the UPR session, to support the reform process and build a stable, democratic state that guarantees dignity and equality for all its citizens
