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🛒 تسوق الآنLibyan Political Parties Conference Calls for Elections and Unification of State Institutions
Libyan Political Parties Conference Calls for Elections and Unification of State Institutions
Sirte hosts landmark conference urging presidential and parliamentary elections within a defined timeframe
The first conference of Libyan political parties concluded on Thursday in Sirte, issuing a resounding call for free and fair elections and the unification of state institutions. After two days of discussions under the theme "Political Parties' Visions for Addressing the Libyan Crisis," representatives from party federations and blocs across Libya agreed on a comprehensive roadmap to break the country's prolonged political stalemate.
Conference Details and Participants
The closing session, held on July 23, 2026, was chaired by Mohammed Jibril Al-Arfi, head of the conference's preparatory committee, alongside heads of party federations and blocs. The session reviewed key visions and proposals regarding developments in the political landscape and ways to overcome the current impasse.
The conference brought together political stakeholders from across Libya's diverse regions, reflecting broad consensus on the need to move beyond transitional phases toward a stable, democratically governed state. The meetings took place against a backdrop of persistent institutional division that has plagued Libya since 2014.
Key Recommendations: Elections as the Path to Legitimacy
The final statement contained a set of binding resolutions. The participating parties expressed deep concern over the continued political and institutional division and its repercussions on the unity and sovereignty of the state. They called for national solutions that prioritize Libya's interests above narrow factional considerations.
The parties explicitly called for free and fair presidential and parliamentary elections within a defined timeframe, describing them as "the essential path to restoring the legitimacy of institutions and ending the transitional phases." If immediate political solutions fail, the conference recommended convening a constituent assembly to define the state's identity, political and economic system, and prepare a permanent constitution to be submitted to a referendum.
Institutional Reforms and Anti-Corruption Measures
The conference emphasized empowering political parties to play their role in public life and enhancing their participation in elections based on clear political programs. Participants stressed the need for legal guarantees to ensure party effectiveness, contributing to overcoming quota-based and tribal arrangements.
On the legal front, participants called for activating legislation prohibiting parties from receiving foreign funding, intensifying efforts to combat corruption and money laundering, and recovering stolen funds. They also recommended developing electoral laws to enhance participation of all segments of society, including women and youth.
Organizational Outcomes and Next Steps
The conference decided to form a national bloc of participating parties and establish a high-level committee to oversee implementation of its outcomes. Subcommittees will liaise with local and international stakeholders, while a dedicated committee reviews the political parties law.
The parties also announced support for the Libya Peace Conference, "Return to the People," in Sirte, describing it as a unifying framework for national components that strengthens sovereignty.
Significance for Libya's Political Future
The Sirte conference marks the first time Libyan political parties have gathered under a single national umbrella since 2011. The unified call for elections carries weight, though implementation remains the critical challenge. The High National Elections Commission (HNEC) has previously stated its technical readiness to conduct polls, pending political agreement.
By calling for unified state institutions, the parties signal rejection of the parallel executive and legislative bodies that have operated in east and west Libya for over a decade. The outcomes provide a clear platform of what the country's organized political forces expect: elections, institutional unity, and constitutional clarity.
— Libya Press / Politics Desk
