Libya's police force marked its 62nd founding anniversary on October 8, with nods to the sacrifices made by its officers. Deputy Commander of the General Command, Field Marshal Saddam Haftar, emphasized the need to unify the police force across the country. He called for practical steps to enhance the institution's unity and effectiveness in serving all Libyans. Haftar also praised the efforts of police officers in maintaining security and protecting citizens.
Haftar expressed the General Command's continued support for the police force, with a vision to modernize security institutions and develop their capabilities. He stressed the importance of providing care and attention to police officers, improving their working and living conditions, and increasing their salaries and benefits. This, he said, would enhance their readiness and effectiveness in performing their duties and consolidating security and stability.
In Tripoli, the Ministry of Interior held a ceremony to mark the occasion, attended by Interior Minister Imad Mustafa Al-Trabelsi and Tunisian Interior Minister Khaled Al-Nouri. The Tunisian minister emphasized the importance of enhancing security cooperation between Libya and Tunisia, praising the depth of relations between the two countries. Al-Trabelsi stressed that Tunisia's security is linked to Libya's security and vice versa.
Al-Trabelsi highlighted the development of the Interior Ministry, which he said was achieved through collective work and the concerted efforts of its various components. He emphasized the need to redouble efforts to combat smuggling and irregular migration, rejecting any form of migrant settlement. The minister also praised the role of police veterans and retirees, honoring some of them during the ceremony.
The ceremony included honoring retired police officers, pioneers of the institution, and those who contributed to the training and qualification of security personnel. Al-Trabelsi paid tribute to the trainers at the Police Officers' College, which was established in 1976. He acknowledged their efforts in training and qualifying generations of police officers.
Field Marshal Saddam Haftar's statement on the anniversary highlighted the need for a unified police force. He called for the completion of the integration of police institutions across Libya, describing it as a pressing national necessity. Haftar's statement was released by the General Command's media office.
The Libyan police force was founded 62 years ago, with the aim of maintaining security and stability in the country. Since then, it has faced numerous challenges, including the struggle against colonialism and the maintenance of security in a country plagued by conflict. The anniversary was marked by various events and ceremonies across Libya.
Key points
- Deputy Commander of the General Command, Field Marshal Saddam Haftar, emphasized the need to unify the police force across Libya.
- The Libyan police force marked its 62nd founding anniversary on October 8.
- The anniversary was marked by ceremonies in Tripoli and other cities, highlighting the role of the police force in maintaining security and stability.
