UNSMIL has facilitated talks in Benghazi aimed at drafting Libya’s election laws. The discussions involved the Advisory Committee and the Joint Committee (6+6), with key insights shared and active participation acknowledged. This meeting marks a significant step in advancing Libya’s electoral process after earlier discussions were held in Tripoli.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) recently facilitated significant discussions in Benghazi centered on election laws for Libya. These discussions have taken place between the Advisory Committee and the Joint Committee (6+6), a collaborative group established by the House of Representatives and the High Council of State, aimed at drafting laws for parliamentary and presidential elections.
In a statement posted on their official Facebook page, UNSMIL highlighted that members of the 6+6 Committee provided comprehensive responses to inquiries posed by the Advisory Committee. Furthermore, the mission commended the active engagement and support demonstrated by the 6+6 Committee throughout the discussions.
The Advisory Committee convened for its fourth meeting on Sunday at UNSMIL headquarters in Benghazi, marking its first session in that city after conducting three previous meetings at the mission’s office in Tripoli since February.
In summary, UNSMIL has played a vital role in facilitating productive talks regarding Libya’s electoral legislation. The mutual cooperation between the 6+6 Committee and the Advisory Committee underscores the ongoing efforts to establish a democratic framework for Libya’s parliamentary and presidential elections, demonstrating progress in the political dialogue.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
