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🛒 تسوق الآنLiberia's Speaker Congratulates Libya's HoR on Landmark Asian-African Parliamentary Conference in Benghazi
Liberia's Speaker Congratulates Libya's HoR on Landmark Asian-African Parliamentary Conference in Benghazi
Benghazi hosts historic second session of the Asian-African Parliamentary Council as continental cooperation advances
Liberia's Speaker of the House of Representatives, Richard Nagafi Koon, has extended an official congratulatory message to Libya's House Speaker, Counselor Aqeila Saleh, following the successful conclusion of the Second Conference of the Asian-African Parliamentary Council (AAPC) in Benghazi.
The message, delivered on July 15, 2026, commended the Libyan parliament's leadership in organizing what observers described as a landmark moment for intercontinental parliamentary diplomacy. The conference brought together parliamentary delegations from more than 40 nations across Asia and Africa.
A Historic Gathering in Benghazi
The second AAPC conference marked the first time the council convened its general assembly in North Africa. Benghazi, Libya's second-largest city, hosted delegates over three days of high-level sessions and bilateral meetings. Counselor Aqeila Saleh, who serves as both Speaker of the Libyan House and President of the AAPC, presided over the proceedings.
"The success of this conference reflects Libya's growing role as a platform for dialogue between Asia and Africa," the Liberian Speaker's message read, according to the Libyan parliament's media office. The conference agenda focused on strengthening economic cooperation, enhancing parliamentary oversight of international agreements, and joint action on shared security challenges.
Strengthening Libya-Liberia Parliamentary Ties
Speaker Koon's message highlighted the historic ties between Libya and Liberia, both members of the African Union and the Non-Aligned Movement. Parliamentary exchanges between the two nations have grown steadily in recent years. Sources indicated that discussions are underway to establish a formal bilateral parliamentary friendship committee.
Libya's House of Representatives has prioritized African diplomatic engagement as part of its broader foreign policy. The Benghazi conference represented a key milestone in positioning the Libyan parliament as a bridge between Africa and Asia.
The Asian-African Parliamentary Council's Growing Influence
The AAPC was established to facilitate parliamentary diplomacy between the two continents, providing a forum for legislators to coordinate on multilateral issues. With Libya holding the presidency, the council has expanded its membership and launched initiatives to boost trade and investment between Asia and Africa.
Member states represent over 60% of the world's population and a rapidly growing share of global GDP. The Benghazi declaration, adopted at the conference's conclusion, outlines a roadmap for deeper parliamentary coordination on economic integration, including an annual Asian-African parliamentary economic forum.
Regional and International Reactions
The successful hosting drew praise from parliamentary bodies across the Arab world and Africa. The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the African Parliamentary Union acknowledged the event as a significant step toward greater intercontinental legislative collaboration.
Analysts noted that Libya's role in chairing the AAPC provides enhanced diplomatic standing as its foreign policy increasingly focuses on building bridges across the Global South. The conference also served as a platform for Libyan officials to engage with international investors, with side meetings dedicated to reconstruction and economic recovery.
Looking Ahead
The AAPC has scheduled its third session for 2027, to be hosted by an Asian member state. Libya's rotating presidency continues through the next session. Parliamentary observers expect the Benghazi momentum to yield joint UN resolutions and coordinated positions at international climate and trade negotiations.
For Libya, the successful execution of the conference reinforces the House of Representatives' capacity to convene high-level international events and underscores the country's strategic position at the crossroads of Africa, the Arab world, and Asia.
— Libya Press / Politics Desk
