The US ambassador to Libya, Richard Norland, met with the Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity (GNU) Abdul Hamid Dbiebah and discussed the current political situation with a particular focus on preventing any outbreak of violence.
“We also discussed the responsible distribution of Libya’s oil wealth for the benefit of all the Libyan people.” Norland said, according to a tweet posted by the US embassy in Libya.
Norland urged the immediate reopening of Libya’s airspace to domestic flights, adding that as Libya enters what everyone hopes will be the final stages of interim governance, Washington emphasizes the importance of participating in good faith mediation efforts to help the country maintain stability and prepare for the presidential and parliamentary elections that Libyans continue to demand.
In a previous tweet, Norland said when he spoke with the Presidential Council’s Head, Mohammed Menfi, he expressed appreciation for Menfi’s support of UN Advisor Stephanie Williams’ proposals for House of Representatives and High Council of State’s collaboration on a constitutional basis, applauding the important role the Presidential Council plays in maintaining calm and promoting reconciliation.
Menfi reiterated support for Williams’ initiative in a meeting on Wednesday with foreign ambassadors, saying the Presidential Council wouldn't allow Libya to slip into violence and armed conflicts as well as division.
