Head of Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee discusses with Greek Consul General ways to facilitate travel procedures between the two countries.
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Benghazi, January 6, 2025 – The head of the Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Committee of the House of Representatives discussed today with the Greek Consul General to Libya ways to facilitate travel procedures between the two countries and address any issues that Libyan citizens may face during their travels.
During the meeting, which was held at the headquarters of the House of Representatives in Benghazi, the two sides discussed mechanisms to enhance joint coordination between the two countries in the coming period, the importance of parliamentary diplomacy in addressing issues of common interest, and contributing to supporting security and stability in the region.
During the meeting, the depth of the historical relations between Libya and the Republic of Greece, as a neighboring country, was praised, reaffirming the importance of Greece’s role in supporting the stability of Libya and the Mediterranean region.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the two sides agreed to continue joint coordination, which contributes to enhancing rapprochement and developing and strengthening trade and economic relations between Libya and Greece.
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Benghazi
Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in Libya’s modern history, serving as the provisional capital after the 2011 revolution and being a key site during the 2012 attack on the U.S. diplomatic compound.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural sites include the well-preserved Roman ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Greece
Greece is a southeastern European country renowned as the cradle of Western civilization, being the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and the Olympic Games. Its history spans millennia, from the advanced Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations to the Classical Age of Athens and the subsequent Hellenistic period shaped by Alexander the Great. Today, it is famous for its ancient archaeological sites, such as the Acropolis in Athens, and its idyllic islands.
House of Representatives
The House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the United States Congress, established by the Constitution in 1789. It is composed of representatives elected from congressional districts, with representation based on state population, and holds primary responsibility for initiating revenue bills and impeaching federal officials.
Mediterranean region
The Mediterranean region is a historical and cultural area centered around the Mediterranean Sea, known as the cradle of several ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Its history is defined by millennia of trade, cultural exchange, and conflict, which shaped the development of Western and Middle Eastern societies. Today, it remains a vital crossroads of continents, languages, and traditions.
