Congolese President Denis Sassou Nguesso is committed to supporting a Libyan-led political process aimed at achieving stability in Libya. His recent visit to Tripoli and Benghazi highlighted efforts to foster cooperation with local authorities and plan a reconciliation conference. The African Union’s involvement underscores the importance of an inclusive approach to resolving Libya’s ongoing conflicts and preparing for future elections.
The Congolese Foreign Minister, Jean-Claude Gakosso, recently communicated that President Denis Sassou Nguesso is dedicated to the ongoing Libyan-led political process aimed at restoring stability in Libya. Following a significant working visit to Tripoli and Benghazi, Gakosso praised the advancements made by Nguesso, who is leading the African Union High-Level Committee on Libya. He affirmed Nguesso’s resolve to collaborate with Libyan authorities to foster peace and prosperity through a locally defined political process, which is supported by the African Union.
During this crucial time for Libya, where internal divisions and foreign interference continue to impede progress, Nguesso’s visit has been well-received, especially in Cyrenaica and Benghazi. While engaging with Khalifa Haftar, a key figure controlling significant oil resources in eastern Libya, he emphasized the importance of peace. Notably, Nguesso’s discussions included a potential reconciliation conference to be held in Ethiopia, enabling Libyan factions to formally sign the reconciliation charter by mid-February. He remarked, “Despite the lack of tangible indications of activating reconciliation, we believe that we are on the right path, and we are heading toward national reconciliation, which is necessary to move toward elections.”
Gakosso’s statement and Nguesso’s diplomatic efforts signify a promising move towards unifying Libyan factions and addressing the intricate political challenges affecting the nation. The meeting with Libyan leaders, including the Head of the Presidential Council and the Prime Minister, aims to finalize the agenda for reconciliation, marking a pivotal step towards restoring Libya’s stability and preparing for future elections.
The political scenario in Libya has been complex and tumultuous, with ongoing internal conflicts and external influences hampering efforts for stability. The African Union has recognized this instability and formed committees, such as the High-Level Committee on Libya, to mediate and facilitate political processes that are inclusive of the Libyan stakeholders themselves. President Denis Sassou Nguesso’s role as chair of this committee involves promoting dialogue among diverse Libyan factions to forge a sustainable political solution and ultimately lead the country towards elections, thus paving the way for national reconciliation.
The Congolese President’s recent commitment to facilitating the Libyan political process through cooperation with local authorities and the support of the African Union reflects a strategic effort to restore peace and stability in Libya. The discussions around hosting a reconciliation conference in Ethiopia illustrate a proactive approach to address the nation’s divisions. Gakosso’s positive remarks and Nguesso’s outreach to key Libyan leaders emphasize a cautious optimism for future political progress.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
