‘Opening a new chapter’: Syria reopens embassy in Libya after talks
Summary
Syria and Libya have agreed to reopen the Syrian embassy in Tripoli after 14 years and to strengthen their political, economic, and security cooperation. This decision came during talks between Libya’s Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, aiming to improve relations and address shared issues.Key Facts
- Syria’s embassy in Tripoli was closed in 2012 when Libya recognized the Syrian opposition.
- The embassy reopening follows the end of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s rule in December 2024.
- Libya’s internationally recognized government led by Prime Minister Dbeibah met with Syrian officials to discuss reopening the embassy.
- Both countries agreed to reactivate the Libyan-Syrian Joint Higher Committee for coordinating ties.
- They plan to open a Syrian consulate in Benghazi to increase diplomatic presence.
- Talks included cooperation on security, counterterrorism, consular services, prisoners, refugees, energy, and investment.
- Libya has been divided since 2014, with rival governments in Tripoli and the east.
- Libya’s rival factions recently signed a deal to hold national elections within two years.
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