Speaker of the House of Representatives, Counselor Aguila Saleh, accompanied by a parliamentary delegation that included members of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Al-sharif, Al-Sadiq Al-Kuhaili, and Asmahan Baloun, arrived yesterday, Thursday, in the Italian capital, Rome, based on an official invitation from the Italian House of Representatives.
Following his arrival, the Speaker of the House of Representatives met with “Speaker of the Italian House of Representatives, Lorenzo Fontana, who in turn welcomed the Speaker of the House of Representatives and his accompanying delegation in the presence of the Libyan Ambassador in Rome, Muhannad Younis, stressing his desire to hear from the Speaker of the House of Representatives the latest developments in Libya.”
During the meeting, “ways were discussed to strengthen bilateral relations between the two neighboring peoples, a relationship imposed by history and strengthened by geography, culture and trade.”
The Speaker of the House of Representatives stressed that “the friendship treaty signed in August 2008 in the city of Benghazi is the beginning of a new phase of cooperation,and that the political,economic and legislative role of the Italian Parliament is critically important to activate and develop the terms of the treaty,” explaining that the stagnation in the political process is not as of Parliament,but rather because of the force majeure that The Commission stated that the House of Representatives carried out its duty in an optimal manner and issued,in consultation with the Council of state,the laws for electing the president and parliament and handed them over to the Commission,and it had to hold the elections,stressing Libya’s need for a new government. Its primary mission is to hold presidential and parliamentary elections.”
In the same context, “the Speaker of the House of representatives asked the Speaker of the Italian House of Representatives to pardon or intervene regarding the Libyan prisoners in Italy, or to send them to Libya to carry out their sentences, due to the suffering of the prisoners’ families and their inability to visit them, which is considered a necessity in the humanitarian aspect of this issue, and the promise was given by the Italian Parliament will make every effort to achieve this desire.”
during the meeting, “several files were discussed, most notably the illegal immigration file, where the Speaker of the House of Representatives confirmed that the cause of immigration is hunger, poverty, destitution, conflicts, and instability, indicating that people are dying by drowning in the sea and thirsting in the desert, stressing that the solution is to have development in their countries, pointing out that Libya was not a source of immigration but rather a transit country, stressing his instructions to the concerned authorities to cooperate with the Italian authorities to combat illegal immigration.”
Speaker of the House of representatives,Counselor Aguila Saleh,stressed “the necessity of communicating with the Director General of the Development and reconstruction Fund,Engineer Al-Qasim Haftar,and it was agreed that he would visit Rome to participate with the Italian neighbor in the reconstruction process taking place in the country.”
In turn, the Speaker of the Italian House of Representatives appreciated “the role of the Libyan House of Representatives in promoting stability, rejecting division, and resolving the Libyan crisis by issuing laws that regulate the Libyan state, while emphasizing the necessity of having a unified government in Libya. He also stressed the Italian House of Representatives’ support for the existence of a true partnership.” To combat illegal immigration and terrorism, wishing to see a unified and stable Libya.”
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Interview between Time.news Editor and Political Expert on Libya-Italy Relations
Time.news editor: Good afternoon, and thank you for joining us today. We have with us Dr.Amal Bakri, a distinguished expert in international relations and North African politics. Dr. Bakri, we just learned about the recent visit of the Libyan Speaker of the House of Representatives, Counselor Aguila Saleh, to Rome. What do you make of this progress?
Dr.Amal Bakri: Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. counselor Saleh’s visit is quite important.it highlights Libya’s desire to strengthen its ties with Italy, which historically have been influenced by geographical proximity as well as cultural and trade relations. This visit signals an intent to revive cooperation under the framework of the friendship treaty signed back in 2008.
time.news Editor: Yes,the friendship treaty is indeed an important aspect of their relationship. During the meeting, Saleh mentioned that the political stagnation in Libya is not solely a parliamentary issue. Can you elaborate on what this means for Libya’s political landscape?
Dr. Amal Bakri: Certainly. Saleh’s remarks underscore that while the House of Representatives has been proactive in drafting laws for upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections, external conditions—such as instability and conflicts—further complicate the political landscape. This stagnation is influenced by a multitude of factors, including internal divisions and the need for a stable government. For Libya to progress, it needs to consolidate its political framework.
Time.news Editor: Speaking of the need for a new government, how did the discussion regarding Libyan prisoners in Italy come into play during this meeting?
Dr. Amal Bakri: That was a very poignant moment during their discussions. Saleh raised concerns about Libyan prisoners in Italy,urging the Italian Parliament to consider humanitarian perspectives.The families of these prisoners are suffering due to their inability to visit them,and Saleh’s request for intervention shows a desire for compassion and a more humane approach to justice. It reflects how personal and social ties are integral to diplomatic discussions.
time.news Editor: indeed, humanitarian issues seem to intertwine with political discussions. Another hot topic that surfaced was the issue of illegal immigration. Saleh pointed out various root causes. from your perspective, what might be effective approaches to address this humanitarian crisis?
Dr. Amal Bakri: Tackling illegal immigration demands a multi-faceted approach. Saleh rightly highlighted that hunger, poverty, and conflict drive people from their homes. Therefore, not only should immediate measures be taken to manage migration flows, but long-term strategies need to focus on socio-economic development in Libya.Italy, along with the EU, could play a role in supporting Libya’s economic recovery initiatives to help address these underlying issues.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Dr. Bakri. As we wrap up, what do you think the future holds for libya-Italy relations, notably in light of this meeting?
Dr. Amal Bakri: The future will largely depend on the political developments within Libya and how effectively both nations can cooperate on bilateral issues. If Italy can assist libya in stabilizing its political environment and if Libya can demonstrate internal cohesion, we may well see a productive partnership emerging—one that benefits both nations and addresses regional challenges. it’s a delicate but hopeful start.
Time.news Editor: Thank you for your insights, dr. Bakri. This has been an enlightening conversation about an important relationship evolving in the Mediterranean region.We appreciate your time.
Dr. Amal Bakri: Thank you for having me. It’s been a pleasure discussing such significant topics.