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Libya Observer
a day ago
- Politics
- Libya Observer
British official: UK working to resume consular services in Tripoli, lift ban on Libyan aviation
A British Foreign Office official has said that authorities in London are making intensive efforts to resume the work of the consular section in Tripoli and to lift the ban on Libyan aviation. The statement came during a meeting on Monday between Abu Bakr Al-Tuwail, Director of the European Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Government of National Unity, and Owen Jenkins, Director General for the Middle East and North Africa at the Foreign Office, according to a post by the ministry on its Facebook page. The meeting discussed ways to support, strengthen, and consolidate bilateral relations in various fields to serve the common interests of the two friendly countries. It also explored the possibility of resuming the consular section's work at the British embassy in Tripoli to ease the difficulties faced by Libyan citizens seeking UK visas, as well as the issue of lifting the ban on Libyan civil aviation. The two sides also touched on the outcomes of the visit by Hamish Falconer, UK Minister of State for the Middle East and North Africa, to Libya. According to the ministry, the British official praised the positive role played by the Government of National Unity in promoting stability and comprehensive development in Libya. He also confirmed that the relevant authorities in London are making vigorous efforts to resume consular services in Tripoli and to lift the ban on Libyan aviation. The Director of the European Affairs Department stressed the depth of bilateral relations between Libya and the United Kingdom and commended the important role the UK plays in supporting the political process in Libya.
Libyan Express
5 days ago
- Business
- Libyan Express
Acting FM Al-Baour pushes forward Libya–Spain cooperation
BY Libyan Express Aug 07, 2025 - 07:14 Updated: Aug 08, 2025 - 07:17 Foreign minister Al-Baour underscores Libya's openness in meeting with Spanish envoy Libya's Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Taher Al-Baour, met on Wednesday with Spanish Ambassador Javier Lara to discuss deepening bilateral ties between Tripoli and Madrid. The meeting, held at the Ministry's headquarters in the capital, was also attended by Abu Bakr Al-Taweel, Director of the European Affairs Department. Discussions centered on expanding cooperation across key sectors and aligning future initiatives with the shared interests of both countries. Al-Baour praised Spain's continued diplomatic engagement in Libya and acknowledged its support for the UN-led political process. He reaffirmed the Government of National Unity's commitment to building stronger economic and political partnerships with Madrid. Ambassador Lara expressed Spain's readiness to strengthen cooperation and contribute to Libya's efforts toward political stability and development. He reiterated Spain's interest in maintaining close diplomatic coordination as Libya seeks to restore institutional unity and attract international investment. The meeting comes amid ongoing outreach by the Foreign Ministry to strengthen engagement with accredited diplomatic missions and foster broader international cooperation. The views expressed in Op-Ed pieces are those of the author and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Libyan Express. How to submit an Op-Ed: Libyan Express accepts opinion articles on a wide range of topics. Submissions may be sent to oped@ Please include 'Op-Ed' in the subject line.
