As Libya’s political division continues, Egypt advocated simultaneous elections to end transitional periods and unify state institutions in the country.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and UN envoy to Libya Hanna Tetteh discussed Libya’s political and security situation, efforts to advance the political process and preparations for holding elections in Cairo on Wednesday.
Cairo sends message on elections and political consensus
Abdelatty said the political process under the UN roadmap should move forward. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry said Abdelatty supported UN efforts to achieve a comprehensive political consensus led by Libyans.
Abdelatty said he considered it important for presidential and parliamentary elections to be held simultaneously, and stressed the need to end transitional periods in Libya and unify state institutions.
The meeting also stressed the need to respect Libya’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Tripartite Mechanism of Libya’s Neighboring Countries
Egypt, Tunisia and Algeria are parties to the Tripartite Mechanism of Libya’s Neighboring Countries. The Libya Tripartite Consultation Mechanism was launched in 2017, suspended in 2019 and reactivated in May 2025 at a consultation meeting held by the foreign ministers of the three countries in Cairo.
The mechanism aims to contribute to resolving the political crisis in neighboring Libya.
Unresolved issues in the UN roadmap for Libya
Hanna Tetteh briefed Abdelatty on developments in implementing the UN roadmap in Libya. Tetteh also discussed efforts to address unresolved issues concerning the constitutional and legal framework needed to hold elections.
Libya has been politically divided since 2022. Tripoli is home to an internationally recognized administration led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibeh, while Osama Hammad heads a parallel government based in Benghazi and backed by the parliament in the east.
UN-led efforts to organize national elections have not produced results. As a result, prolonged conflict and instability continue in the oil-rich country.
