Over the past years, the overarching political processes pushed under the UN’s aegis in Libya were characterized by differing dynamics and leadership styles. For instance, the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum (LPDF) and its roadmap reshuffled Libya’s executive and placed Libya on a staggered electoral path in early 2021. However, a key takeaway is that each phase saw Libyan elites, spoilers, or stakeholders position themselves to maximize their chances at political relevance and longevity. Libyan elites’ perceived space and ability to spoil processes were often positively associated with the levels of international disunity they observed. For all the drawbacks of the LPDF, it did achieve one of the most significant shifts in Libya’s political landscape in recent years.

Source: Libya Today November 15, 2022 20:18 UTC