Libya’s High Council of State devoted a session to recent institutional talks, reaffirming the need to preserve national ownership of the political process.
Meeting in Tripoli, the High Council of State reviewed the conclusions of recent institutional talks, particularly those concerning the political process. The discussions focused in particular on issues related to national sovereignty and the stability of sovereign institutions.
The institution reaffirmed the importance of preserving national ownership of the political process. The position reflects a desire to keep decisions concerning the country’s institutional future under the authority of Libyan actors.
The stability of sovereign institutions was also at the centre of the discussions. It remains an important issue in a country where the political process continues to be marked by divisions among institutions and political leaders.
The review of the conclusions of the recent talks comes at a stage when efforts to reach institutional compromises remain crucial.
The High Council of State intends to maintain its role in these discussions and defend the national dimension of the process.
The issue of sovereignty remains particularly sensitive in Libya’s political debates.
Reaffirming this principle, however, is not enough to resolve the institutional differences that continue to weigh on the political process.
The High Council of State’s session should therefore be viewed in the context of efforts to stabilise Libya’s institutions.
The ability of the various institutions to reach durable arrangements will be a key factor in determining the next phase of the political process.
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