Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with UN Special Envoy to Libya Hana Tietie in Cairo on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. They discussed the latest developments in Libya's political and security situation, as well as efforts to advance the political process. Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's support for the UN's efforts to reach a comprehensive Libyan-led political settlement.
Abdelatty stressed the importance of the political process being "owned and led by the Libyans." He also highlighted the need to push for simultaneous presidential and legislative elections, ending the transitional phases, and unifying Libya's state institutions. This, he said, should be done in a way that respects Libya's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
Tietie briefed Abdelatty on the progress of implementing the UN's road map and the steps being taken to address the outstanding issues in the constitutional and legal framework governing the elections. The talks are part of ongoing Egyptian and UN contacts to support Libya's political process. Egypt has previously expressed its support for the UN's road map and a Libyan-led political solution.
The meeting between Abdelatty and Tietie comes as Libya continues to face challenges in its transition to stability and democracy. The country's electoral process has been delayed, and there are concerns about the country's security situation. Egypt has been a key player in regional efforts to support Libya's stability and security.
Abdelatty and Tietie's discussion also touched on the importance of international support for Libya's political process. Egypt has been working closely with the UN and other international partners to support Libya's transition. The two officials also discussed ways to promote economic development and stability in Libya.
The UN's road map for Libya aims to bring the country's warring parties together and pave the way for elections. However, the process has faced several setbacks, and there are concerns about the country's ability to hold free and fair elections. Abdelatty and Tietie's meeting highlighted the need for continued international support for Libya's political process.
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Abdelatty and Tietie agreed on the need for continued coordination and cooperation to support Libya's political process. The two officials also discussed ways to promote regional stability and security, particularly in the Sahel region.
Key points
- Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized the need for a Libyan-led political process.
- The UN's road map for Libya aims to bring the country's warring parties together and pave the way for elections.
- Egypt has been a key player in regional efforts to support Libya's stability and security.
