Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah met with Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti in Tripoli on Saturday. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the 22nd Ministerial Meeting of the Sahel-Saharan States' Executive Council. Dbeibah expressed his respect and appreciation for Tunisia, its leadership, and its people. He emphasized his desire to strengthen cooperation and partnership between the two countries.

Dbeibah voiced his confidence in the positive outcomes of upcoming bilateral meetings between Libya and Tunisia. According to a statement from the Tunisian Foreign Ministry, he praised Tunisia's role in activating the Sahel-Saharan states' bloc. The Libyan Prime Minister highlighted the importance of this bloc as a framework for coordination and consultation among member states.

The Tunisian Foreign Minister acknowledged the historical ties and brotherly relations between Tunisia and Libya. He recalled Tunisian President Kais Saied's stance on the need for a Libyan-led solution with international support to preserve Libya's unity, security, and resources. Nafti emphasized Tunisia's commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in vital sectors.

The two countries aim to expand their cooperation to include energy, communication technologies, water resources, and border security. Tunisia and Libya share a long border, and their cooperation in these areas is crucial for regional stability. The meetings between the two countries' leaders demonstrate their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.

The Sahel-Saharan states' bloc brings together countries from North Africa and the Sahel region to promote economic, social, and cultural cooperation. Tunisia's active role in the bloc is seen as a positive step towards regional integration and stability. Libya's praise for Tunisia's contribution to the bloc highlights the importance of cooperation between countries in the region.

The meeting between Dbeibah and Nafti reflects the strong ties between Tunisia and Libya. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and their leaders are committed to enhancing their relations. The discussions between Dbeibah and Nafti focused on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and promote regional stability.

The Libyan Prime Minister's praise for Tunisia's role in the Sahel-Saharan states' bloc demonstrates the importance of regional cooperation in addressing common challenges. The bloc provides a platform for countries to share experiences, expertise, and resources to promote economic development and security. Tunisia's contribution to the bloc is seen as a valuable asset to the region.

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  • Libya's Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah praises Tunisia's role in the Sahel-Saharan states' bloc.

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