Egyptian President Engages in Talks with Libyan House Speaker on Political Developments


Cairo: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi discussed with Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives Aguila Saleh, who is currently visiting Egypt, the latest developments on the Libyan scene.



According to Qatar News Agency, the Egyptian presidency stated in a press release that during the meeting, President El Sisi reiterated Egypt’s firm position in support of Libya and its national institutions. He emphasized the importance of preserving Libya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and stressed the need to unify efforts to reach a comprehensive political settlement, which would enable simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections at the earliest opportunity.



Aguila Saleh, the Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives, affirmed during the discussion that Egypt’s support for Libya is essential for restoring security and stability. He highlighted that this backing is crucial for guiding the transitional phase towards the implementation of the upcoming electoral entitlements.