UN Welcomes Formation of Committees to Address Libya's Security Concerns
'UNSMIL welcomes the establishment by the Presidency Council of two committees, composed of key parties, to address security and human rights concerns,' it said in a statement on Saturday.
'These efforts are aimed at strengthening security arrangements to prevent the outbreak of fighting and ensure the protection of civilians, as well as addressing human rights concerns in detention facilities, including widespread arbitrary detention,' it said.
'The Mission is committed to providing technical support to the committees, in line with international standards and its mandate,' the statement added.
UNSMIL stressed that the committees come at a 'crucial moment when Libyans are demanding meaningful reform, accountable and democratic state institutions.'
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