Libya’s Presidential Council leader Mohammed Menfi confirmed support for Somalia’s Security Council candidacy. The affirmation was made during a joint press conference with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud, highlighting strong bilateral relations and cooperation on future agreements in various sectors.
Mohammed Menfi, the Head of the Presidential Council of Libya, confirmed Libya’s backing for Somalia’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council, representing Arab and African nations. He expressed confidence in Somalia’s capacity to advocate for the interests of these regions. This announcement occurred during a joint press conference with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud in Tripoli, where several cooperation agreements were signed between the two nations.
During the press conference, Menfi highlighted the solid and strong relations between Libya and Somalia and emphasized ongoing efforts to enhance these ties at both bilateral and international levels. He underscored that their cooperation extends beyond the agreements made, including future investments and initiatives in training and education sectors.
“We reaffirm our support for Somalia, the representative of the Arabs and the African Union in the Security Council this year,” stated Menfi. He noted Somalia’s readiness to defend the interests of its peoples in coordination with Algeria, Sierra Leone, and the Cooperative Republic of Guyana within the African Group’s A3 structure.
The article reflects Libya’s strong endorsement of Somalia’s bid for a non-permanent Security Council seat, emphasizing their commitment to collaborative development and regional representation. Menfi’s statements underline the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and ongoing cooperation in various sectors, with a focus on collective interests in international forums.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
