France Reaffirms Support for Libya’s Democratic Transition
High-Level Talks in Tripoli Focus on Elections and Stability
France has pledged continued support for Libya’s democratic transition through free and fair elections, according to diplomatic sources. The commitment came during crucial discussions between French and Libyan officials this week.
Mustapha Maharaj, France’s special envoy to Libya, held talks with Mohamed Menfi, President of Libya’s Presidential Council, in Tripoli. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and promoting regional stability.
Macron’s Message of Support
The discussions included personal greetings from French President Emmanuel Macron, underscoring the long-standing partnership between France and Libya. An official statement from the Presidential Council detailed the high-level exchange.
“Maintaining the October 2025 ceasefire remains essential for Libya’s stability,” Maharaj stressed during the meeting, as reported by diplomatic sources familiar with the talks.
Areas of Cooperation Explored
The officials examined multiple opportunities for collaboration, including:
- Economic partnerships
- Security arrangements
- Financial transparency initiatives
A key discussion point involved reviving Libya’s Supreme Financial Committee to improve fiscal accountability and ensure more equitable distribution of national resources.
Commitment to Democratic Governance
Maharaj reiterated France’s backing for the Presidential Council’s efforts to implement Libya’s political roadmap toward democratic governance. The talks signal growing international support for Libya’s transition process.
This article summarizes an original report from Libyan Express. For complete details, please refer to the original source.