The government mandated by the Libyan House of Representatives, led by Osama Hammad, has declared its strong support for activating the Maghreb Union, stressing the importance of including all five member states without exception.
This stance came in response to what the Libyan government described as “unilateral calls” seeking to exclude any of the countries from this regional bloc.
During a press conference in Kenitra, Libyan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Abdelhadi al-Hawij stressed the need to unite efforts and overcome differences to revive the Maghreb Union.
He pointed out that Libya, with its strong diplomatic relations with all member states, can play a pivotal role in bringing views closer and activating the Union and its institutions.
Al-Hawij praised the role of King Mohammed VI in supporting the causes of the Union and the African continent, and his adoption of a neutral stance towards Libyan affairs, stressing the importance of the Libyan dialogue hosted by Morocco.
The remarks come on the heels of the tripartite Maghreb summit in Tunis, which saw the participation of Tunisian President Kais Saied, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Libyan Presidential Council President Mohamed Menfi.
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