United States Reaffirms Support for Forming a Unified Executive Authority in Libya

Tunis, Nov 4 (KUNA) -- The United States reaffirmed on Wednesday its support for the formation of a unified Libyan executive authority through the implementation of a UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)-brokered agreement. The Libyan News Agency reported that this came during a phone call between Masad Boulus, senior advisor to the US President for African Affairs, and Abdulhamid Dbeibah, head of the Government of National Unity, to discuss recent developments in the unification of Libyan institutions. The US official emphasized Washington’s insistence on the importance of implementing the 4+4 Working Group agreement, which includes four representatives from the Government of National Unity and four from eastern Libya, as a path toward national elections. He welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2835, which supports UNSMIL and strengthens accountability measures against those obstructing the political transition. He expressed his country’s concern over recent developments at the Central Bank of Libya, stressing the need to protect the independence and technical integrity of Libyan economic institutions. He also affirmed that the United States and its international partners are committed to helping Libyans achieve unity, stability, and lasting peace, warning that those who obstruct or undermine the political transition will face the consequences of their actions, including being placed on sanctions lists, as well as bearing responsibility for depriving an entire generation of opportunities for stability and prosperity in pursuit of narrow personal interests. (End) S.B.M./T.M.A.