Hanna Tetteh has officially begun her role as the new Special Representative of UNSMIL in Libya. She is dedicated to pursuing a Libyan-led solution to the crisis by empowering local voices and engaging diverse communities. Her approach emphasizes collaboration with regional and international entities to support national elections and stability.
Hanna Tetteh, the new Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), has officially started her role following her arrival in Libya on Thursday. Committed to continuing the UN’s mediation efforts, she aims to enhance the initiatives her predecessors established, focusing on a solution that is both Libyan-led and Libyan-owned.
Emphasizing the importance of engagement with diverse Libyan communities, Tetteh plans to reach out to all sectors of society, including different political factions, civil society, and various cultural groups. “This will not be achieved without actively engaging with all Libyans – across the political spectrum, within civil society…” she stated, highlighting her dedication to listening and gathering insights from the Libyan people.
Tetteh’s strategy will prioritize the people of Libya, stressing that a sustainable solution must emanate from within the country. Her approach includes collaborating with regional and international stakeholders to rally support that empowers Libyans to maintain national unity, preserve territorial integrity, and uphold sovereignty.
Under her leadership, UNSMIL is committed to facilitating inclusive national elections and crafting a collective vision to tackle Libya’s persistent challenges. Tetteh affirmed, “Working together makes it possible and I will leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of peace and stability for Libya and the Libyan people.”
UNSMIL reiterated its commitment to fostering a stable, democratic, and prosperous Libya that benefits all its citizens. The UN aims to support a Libya that confidently engages on the global stage as Tetteh commits to collaborating with both Libyans and the international community to realize this vision.
Hanna Tetteh’s arrival in Libya marks a new chapter for UNSMIL, focused on fostering Libyan-led solutions to the ongoing crisis. Her commitment to engaging with all segments of Libyan society underscores a people-centered approach to governance. The mission aims to empower local institutions and communities as it works toward stability, unity, and democratic processes in Libya.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
