The President of the Presidential Council, Mohamed al-Menfi, hosted Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis in the capital, Tripoli, for an extensive diplomatic session aimed at charting a strategic course for bilateral relations and addressing pressing regional challenges.
The discussions focused on broadening the scope of political and economic cooperation, with a decisive emphasis on reactivating joint institutional frameworks, most notably the Libyan-Greek Joint Committee. This reactivation is seen as a crucial step in ensuring sustained governmental coordination. Furthermore, both parties committed to continuing technical and legal efforts regarding the delimitation of maritime borders. This file remains a top priority due to its direct link to sovereign rights and the management of natural resources in the Mediterranean basin, with both sides agreeing that such matters must be resolved in accordance with international legal principles to ensure regional stability and mutual benefit.
Regarding the domestic political landscape, the meeting reviewed ongoing efforts to propel Libya’s political process toward a comprehensive consensual settlement that concludes successive transitional periods and steers the nation toward a permanent constitutional state. Al-Menfi emphasized during the talks that any political initiative must be built upon a clear legal foundation and solid constitutional rules to ensure the practical implementation of its outcomes while safeguarding the unity and cohesion of national institutions. Both parties reaffirmed their support for peaceful crisis resolution, advocating for dialogue as the fundamental tool for overcoming political divisions. This approach aligns with international norms that uphold state sovereignty and reject foreign interference in domestic affairs, thereby ensuring that the political solution remains a strictly national process supported by constructive international engagement.
On the regional coordination front, the talks highlighted the vital necessity of intensifying consultation between Tripoli and Athens concerning the security of the Mediterranean basin, particularly in light of increasing regional tensions. The two sides noted that their historical and geographical ties necessitate collective action to adopt peaceful approaches aimed at de-escalating conflicts and fostering regional cooperation. It was agreed to maintain open channels of communication between relevant institutions in both countries to exchange views regularly, which contributes to creating a stable regional environment conducive to growth and prosperity.
The Greek Foreign Minister conveyed the greetings of his country’s leadership, to Libyan leaders, reaffirming Greece’s commitment to supporting Libya’s stability and unity, and acting as a strategic partner in international forums to promote Libyan interests.
The economic file occupied a significant portion of the dialogue, with a focus on the promising investment opportunities within Libya’s reconstruction projects and the modernization of its national infrastructure. Both parties discussed the potential for Greek companies to return to the Libyan market and participate in executing major projects in the energy, transportation, and logistics sectors. President al-Menfi underscored Libya’s dedication to providing a secure and stimulating investment environment that encourages foreign capital through the streamlining of legal and administrative procedures. The meeting concluded with a mutual understanding that the reactivation of the Joint Committee will serve as a practical launchpad for following up on these economic initiatives. This path is expected to elevate bilateral relations to a more integrated level, achieving mutual benefits and supporting sustainable development and prosperity for both nations.
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