National Strategic Workshop for International Cooperation Continues in Parliament

February 16, 2026
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Benghazi, February 2, 2026 — For the second consecutive day, the workshop dedicated to discussing and reviewing the draft National Strategy for International Cooperation continues, having commenced yesterday, Sunday.

This workshop is part of efforts to enhance institutional and community participation in shaping foreign cooperation policies, ensuring that international support aligns with national development priorities, preserves Libyan sovereignty, and achieves optimal use of available resources.

It was clarified that the final day of the workshop will be dedicated to formulating final recommendations after discussion, and studying possible options for implementing the strategy, whether by approving it or proposing alternatives that take the country’s circumstances into account.

It was noted that the existing division may pose challenges to adopting a comprehensive national strategy, with assurances that efforts will be made to organize future workshops to facilitate benefiting from international cooperation programs in a way that serves the supreme interest of the Libyan state.

During the opening of the workshop to discuss the draft National Strategy for International Cooperation, the importance of the strategy was emphasized as a national framework that regulates international cooperation relations and enhances the achievement of national interests.

It was explained that the multiplicity of relevant parties and differing viewpoints necessitates expanding the scope of dialogue and discussion. It was indicated that the decision was made to involve experts, researchers, relevant parties, and representatives of civil society organizations, with the aim of producing practical recommendations for formulating a comprehensive national strategy that meets the state’s aspirations and interests.

It was stated that all observations and proposals submitted regarding the document will be taken into consideration when discussing the adoption of the strategy, with appreciation expressed for the participants who traveled from outside the city of Benghazi.

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 the 2011 Libyan Civil War as a key base for the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi.

Libyan

Libya is a North African country with a rich history that includes ancient Phoenician and Greek settlements, most notably at Cyrene. It later became part of the Roman Empire and, in the modern era, was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951. The country is home to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the archaeological site of Leptis Magna, which testify to its significant historical legacy.

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 heritage includes UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.