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🛒 تسوق الآنLibya's Saleh Calls on Afro-Asian Parliaments to Confront Global Challenges
Libya's Saleh Calls on Afro-Asian Parliaments to Confront Global Challenges
A Historic Conference in Benghazi Brings Together Two Continents
Libyan House of Representatives Speaker Aqila Saleh on Monday inaugurated the second general conference of the African-Asian Parliamentary Council — the first time the body has convened in Benghazi, Libya. The event, held under the theme "The Future Vision of Asian-African Relations," gathered parliamentary leaders and diplomatic delegations from across both continents, marking a significant milestone in Libya's return to the international stage.
Saleh used the platform to highlight Benghazi's transformation into what he called "a model of recovery, resilience, and the capacity to host major regional and international forums." The city, once at the center of Libya's conflict, has undergone substantial reconstruction and stabilization in recent years — a shift that delegates acknowledged as a signal of renewed confidence in the country.
Key Facts: The African-Asian Parliamentary Council
- The African-Asian Parliamentary Council was first established during its inaugural conference in Beirut, Lebanon, in September 2025, where its foundational charter was formally adopted.
- The Benghazi conference is the second general session of the council and the first to be hosted in Libya.
- Benghazi has been designated as the permanent headquarters of the African-Asian Parliamentary Council.
- Participants include parliamentary heads, diplomats, and representatives from regional and international organizations from over 40 countries across Asia and Africa.
- The council aims to strengthen legislative cooperation, political coordination, and joint action on shared regional and international challenges.
- In April 2026, Speaker Saleh was nominated to lead the council in recognition of his contributions to parliamentary diplomacy and inter-state dialogue.
What Saleh Said: Diplomacy as a Tool for Peace
In his keynote address, Saleh emphasized that Asia and Africa represent "a profound civilizational, human, and economic depth on the global stage." He called on parliaments across both continents to take responsibility for accelerating cooperation in the face of rapidly escalating challenges.
"The responsibility placed on parliaments demands that we strengthen the bonds of cooperation and joint coordination to confront the accelerating challenges the world is witnessing — foremost among them regional conflicts, economic crises, climate change, food security, energy, and irregular migration," Saleh told the assembled delegates.
He stressed the importance of parliamentary diplomacy as a tool for bridging divides between peoples and supporting international relations based on mutual respect and shared interests. "Parliaments can play a pivotal role in bringing viewpoints closer together and contributing to the peaceful settlement of conflicts," he stated.
Libya's Message: Migration Demands Global Action
On the issue of irregular migration — a topic with direct implications for Libya, which has long served as a transit route for migrants heading to Europe — Saleh described it as "one of the most pressing issues requiring wide-ranging international and regional cooperation," given its humanitarian, security, and economic dimensions.
He argued that addressing the phenomenon requires a comprehensive vision focused on tackling root causes by supporting development and stability in migrant-origin countries, alongside international cooperation to combat human trafficking networks and protect the rights and dignity of migrants.
Why This Matters for Libya
For Libyans, hosting the Afro-Asian Parliamentary Council's second session — and having Benghazi chosen as its permanent seat — sends a powerful message: Libya is reclaiming its regional and international role after years of division.
Saleh's nomination for the council's presidency elevates Libya's parliamentary diplomacy, offering a chance to leverage multilateral channels on migration management and economic cooperation with Asian and African partners. The event also reflects growing international trust in Libya's security and institutional environment.
Looking Ahead: A Seat at the Table
The African-Asian Parliamentary Council represents a new model of South-South legislative cooperation. For Libya, hosting the council's permanent seat opens doors to deeper engagement with fast-growing economies across Asia and Africa.
As the council advances its agenda on climate change, food security, and migration, Libya will have a permanent voice — not just a diplomatic win, but a chance to shape conversations that directly affect its people.
— LibyaPress / Politics Desk
