As the oil-rich North African nation continues to be ravaged by instability and conflict between rival governments and armed groups, the Council’s statement outlines some of their views. urgent concern.
Libyan-owned process
Members reaffirmed their strong commitment to an inclusive political process, led by and owned by Libya, facilitated by the United Nations and supported by the international community. It also shows it strong support for the people of Libya to determine who rules them because vote and to ensure this legitimate need is heard by political leaders.
International Community Calling Council fully support the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General of the United Nations and the UN mission (SURPRISE) in an effort to address the challenges ahead.
Speaking before the Council at the end of last month, the United Nations Special Representative and head of UNSMIL, Abdoulaye Bathily, said that the fragile political process has not yet met the aspirations of the Libyan people, adding that they are calling on institutions politics was revived. He announced a new mechanism to support upcoming key elections.
multilateral approach
Towards the search for a lasting and peaceful solution to the crisis in Libya, the Council encourages the Special Representative to continue enlist the contributions of neighboring countries and regional organizationsespecially the African Union and the League of Arab States.
The 15-member body encourages the UN to continue supporting the Libya High National Election Commission, including conduct a needs assessment taskto ensure free, fair, transparent and inclusive presidential and parliamentary elections throughout Libya.
Recall the need to plan for security sector reform and to progress toward demobilization, disarmament and reintegration of the armed groupas agreed by the 5+5 Joint Military Commission in December – which includes officials from both the internationally recognized Government and the rival administration in the east – the Council stressed the need to form establish a body that includes, unifies, Responsible civilian-led security structure for Libya As a whole.
It also highlights the importance of the principles of fiscal responsibility, anti-corruption and transparency in the electoral context.
In Benghazi, Libya, the widespread destruction was a reminder of years of conflict.
Strengthen the border
repeat it deeply concerned about migrant smuggling and refugees and trafficking through Libya, and in light of the situation faced by migrants and refugees, including children, the Council reiterates the need to support further efforts to strengthen border management of Libya.
It also calls on the Libyan authorities to respect and protect the human rights of migrantsand take steps towards closing migrant detention centres.
