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The countries participating in the “Trans-Mediterranean Migration” conference, which was held in Tripoli, called for addressing migration problems by supporting economic and social development in source countries.
The head of the Libyan National Unity Government, Abdul Hamid Al-Dbeibeh, stressed the need to direct the funds allocated for migration management to development projects that contribute to the stability of citizens in their countries.
Al-Dbeibeh pointed to the risks that migrants face during their journey, including great dangers in the desert and the Mediterranean Sea. He also talked about the negative effects of occupation and colonialism that led to economic crises and famine in Africa.
For her part, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stressed the necessity of combating irregular migration and developing a comprehensive strategy to confront this crisis, noting the importance of confronting human smuggling networks, which are among the most influential networks.
Maltese Prime Minister Robert Abela called for focusing on the main causes of migration, such as economic and social conflicts in source countries, and for strengthening development plans in Africa as radical solutions.
For his part, Vice-President of the European Union Commission, Margaritis Schinas, pointed out the importance of the forum in uniting efforts to confront migration challenges, stressing the need for cooperation with the countries concerned instead of dividing the problem.
As for Tunisian Prime Minister Ahmed Al-Hachani, he pointed to the challenges Tunisia faces in managing migrant flows, stressing the importance of improving economic conditions in countries of origin as part of the solution.
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