Dutch ambassador, UN official discuss Libya's path to elections
The Dutch Ambassador to Libya, Joost Klarenbeek, held talks with UN Deputy Special Representative Stephanie Koury to explore ways to support a Libyan-led political process rooted in international humanitarian law and human rights.
The meeting focused on key priorities including security sector reform, justice for detainees, and strengthening civil society.
Ambassador Klarenbeek reiterated the Netherlands' full support for the UN mission's push toward credible and transparent elections in Libya. News Tagged: Dutch Ambassador to Libya Joost Klarenbeek UNSMIL
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Dutch ambassador, UN official discuss Libya's path to elections
The Dutch Ambassador to Libya, Joost Klarenbeek, held talks with UN Deputy Special Representative Stephanie Koury to explore ways to support a Libyan-led political process rooted in international humanitarian law and human rights. The meeting focused on key priorities including security sector reform, justice for detainees, and strengthening civil society. Ambassador Klarenbeek reiterated the Netherlands' full support for the UN mission's push toward credible and transparent elections in Libya. News Tagged: Dutch Ambassador to Libya Joost Klarenbeek UNSMIL
