Benghazi hosted a cultural symposium at the Al‑Salam Center to commemorate the 74th anniversary of Libya’s independence, attended by academics and national affairs specialists.
The program featured addresses by Dr. Zahi Al‑Mughirbi and Dr. Faraj Najm, who discussed the significance of independence and its historical and national dimensions, emphasizing the importance of recalling these moments in shaping national identity and strengthening awareness of patriotic values across generations.
Michel Saint‑Lo also delivered a speech in which he presented the memoirs of his grandfather Émile Saint‑Lo and highlighted his role in the historic vote tied to Libya’s independence, shedding light on key historical aspects of the independence process.
The symposium formed part of a series of events aimed at reviving historical memory and familiarizing the public with the stages of Libya’s statehood and its pivotal milestones, while underscoring the role of education and academic research in preserving national heritage.