Dubai, UAE – Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, met with Abdoulaye Bathily, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, on October 6, 2023.
The two sides discussed the latest developments in Libya and the UN’s efforts to find a political solution to the Libyan crisis. They also discussed the challenges faced by Libyans in Derna, which was recently hit by a hurricane.
Gargash expressed the UAE’s support for and solidarity with the Libyan people during this difficult time. He stressed that the UAE, as the host of COP28, is fully aware of climate change challenges and is committed to playing an active role in reducing its negative impact globally.
Bathily commended the humanitarian support provided by the UAE to address the disaster in Derna.
Gargash reiterated the UAE’s stance calling for a political solution in Libya and its full support for any steps taken to preserve Libya’s security, stability, and unity. He also confirmed the UAE’s support for all regional and international efforts to pave the way for national reconciliation between the Libyan parties.
Bathily reviewed the results of his recent regional visits and efforts in that regard.
