Palestine and Libya agree to form a joint committee and appoint a Libyan ambassador

Ramallah - Ofoq News - The State of Palestine and the State of Libya agreed to form a joint cooperation committee, activate the political consultation memorandum signed between the two countries, in addition to appointing a non-resident Libyan ambassador to the State of Palestine, during bilateral discussions held in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, today, Monday.

The person in charge of managing the affairs of the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Al-Taher Al-Baour, received the Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Farsin Aghabekian Shaheen, and her accompanying delegation, as part of her visit to Libya.

During a discussion session that included the delegations of the two countries, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, and the political and humanitarian developments in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including Jerusalem, in light of the continuing challenges facing the Palestinian people.

The two parties stressed the need to intensify Arab and international efforts to stop Israeli attacks, protect civilians, and ensure that humanitarian and relief aid reaches those who deserve it in an urgent and sustainable manner.

They also discussed ways to enhance political and diplomatic coordination and consultation between the foreign ministries of the two countries, unify positions regarding regional and international developments, and continue moving in multilateral forums in support of Palestinian rights, mobilizing international support, and ensuring respect for international law and international humanitarian law.

Shaheen expressed the State of Palestine’s appreciation for Libya’s positions in support of the Palestinian cause, appreciating its political, diplomatic and humanitarian efforts in support of the Palestinian people, stressing the importance of continuing coordination and cooperation between the two countries in a way that serves common interests and enhances Arab solidarity.

For his part, Al-Baour affirmed Libya's firm and supportive position on the Palestinian issue and the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, foremost of which is their right to self-determination and the establishment of their independent, sovereign state on their land, with Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with the relevant international legitimacy resolutions.

He stressed the rejection of attempts at forced displacement and changing the demographic and geographic reality of the occupied Palestinian territories.

At the conclusion of the discussions, the two sides stressed the importance of continuing consultation and coordination regarding regional and international developments, and strengthening joint Arab action, in a way that contributes to supporting the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and achieving their aspirations for freedom, independence, and establishing their independent state.