The embassies of France, Germany, Italy, the UK and US (P3+2) welcomed the High National Elections Commission’s announcement of municipal elections results in 58 municipalities across Libya, hoping that the Libyan people and leaders would build on this important step to develop a credible roadmap to successful national elections as part of a UN-facilitated process.
“We commend the High National Elections Commission for the successful management of this democratic process, and recognize the important roles played by the Libyan authorities, civil society, and all actors involved in ensuring the security of electoral operations across the country.”
“We also pay tribute to the United Nations Support Mission in Libya and the United Nations Development Programme for their support throughout.” The statement said, adding that the newly elected municipal leaders have a mandate from the Libyan people.
“We call on the relevant authorities to support the delivery of their work to serve the best interests of the Libyan people.” The statement indicated.
The P3+2 reiterated the need to seize this positive momentum and progress to the second round of elections, which the High National Elections Commission plan to initiate in January. They called on the authorities to play their part by allocating the necessary funds and securing electoral operations.
