The UN deputy special representative of the secretary-general and resident coordinator, Ulrika Richardson, met minister of planning in the Government of National Unity (GNU), Mohammed Al-Zaidani, on Sunday to discuss ways to strengthen partnership between the United Nations and national authorities and institutions. The UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) said the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to continuing joint efforts under the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), in support of Libya’s national development priorities, improved institutional coherence and long-term stability. They also stressed the importance of development as a key entry point for addressing the root causes of Libya’s persistent challenges, through strengthening governance, combating corruption and tackling illicit flows such as fuel, drug and arms smuggling, as well as human trafficking. UNSMIL said these efforts aim to deliver tangible dividends in development and peace for all Libyans.

Source: Libya Observer February 04, 2026 13:37 UTC