The UN political affairs chief has reported to the Security Council that despite UN efforts, political, economic and security deadlock continues in Libya.
The UN political affairs chief has reported to the Security Council that despite UN efforts, political, economic and security deadlock continues in Libya. He added that the human rights situation has also deteriorated. Though the 2020 ceasefire continues, the security situation remains fragile
Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Rosemary DiCarlo stated that the UN was concerned that the long political impasse is negatively impacting security.She cited the clashes in the capital on 17 May, following the recent political crisis which began in March, which saw the eastern parliament select a new government.
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A second round of consultations of the Joint Committee of the House of Representatives and High State Council was convened by UN Special Advisor Stephanie Williams in Cairo last week. The meeting reviewed the 2017 Constitutional Draft for a democratic way forward for the country. Agreements were reached in several areas, including basic rights and freedoms; the structure and powers of a two-tier new parliament; and the prerogatives of the President and Prime Minister.
It was agreed that members will reconvene on 11 June for a final round to reach consensus on finalizing constitutional arrangements to hold key national elections – delayed from last December – at the earliest
