On October 6, 2026, Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti received Hanna Tetteh, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting provided an opportunity for both parties to discuss recent developments in Libya and the progress made on the UN's initiative to advance the country's political process.
During the meeting, Minister Nafti emphasized Tunisia's commitment to supporting the efforts of the UN Mission in Libya. He reaffirmed Tunisia's attachment to the principle of neutrality and its intention to maintain an equal distance from all Libyan parties until the realization of the objectives aspired to by the Libyan people. Nafti also highlighted the importance of the tripartite consultation mechanism between the foreign ministers of Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt.
The tripartite mechanism is seen as a practical framework for constructive dialogue aimed at unifying visions within a shared responsibility. The goal is to achieve a comprehensive and sustainable inter-Libyan solution that strengthens the pillars of security and stability in Libya and the region. Minister Nafti stressed that Tunisia is committed to hosting various initiatives and consultations aimed at achieving a global political settlement.
Hanna Tetteh praised Tunisia's principled stance on the UN initiative and the dialogue frameworks aimed at strengthening consensus among different Libyan parties. She reviewed the latest developments in Libya, the state of implementation of the UN roadmap, and related consultations. Tetteh affirmed the UN Mission's commitment to continuing coordination with Tunisia and other regional and international partners.
The UN Special Representative expressed her appreciation for Tunisia's support for the UN's efforts in Libya. She emphasized the importance of international cooperation in advancing the political process in Libya. The meeting between Nafti and Tetteh reflects the ongoing efforts of the international community to find a peaceful solution to the Libyan crisis.
Tunisia's support for the UN roadmap in Libya is consistent with its commitment to regional stability and security. The country's geographical proximity to Libya and its historical ties with the Libyan people make its role crucial in the peace process. Minister Nafti's emphasis on the need for an inclusive and Libyan-led process is seen as a key element in achieving a lasting solution.
The meeting between Minister Nafti and Special Representative Tetteh concluded with a reaffirmation of Tunisia's commitment to supporting the UN's efforts in Libya. The two parties agreed to continue coordination and consultation to advance the political process in Libya. The UN roadmap aims to achieve a peaceful and sustainable resolution to the Libyan crisis, and Tunisia's support is seen as essential to this effort.
Key points
- Tunisia's Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti met with UN Special Representative Hanna Tetteh to discuss Libya's political process and reaffirm Tunisia's support for the UN roadmap.
- The two parties emphasized the importance of international cooperation and a Libyan-led process in achieving a peaceful and sustainable solution to the Libyan crisis.
- Tunisia's support for the UN roadmap is consistent with its commitment to regional stability and security.
