Benghazi, January 10, 2026 – The President of the House of Representatives, Counselor Aqila Saleh, received at his office in the city of Al Qubbah yesterday evening, Monday, the Ambassador of the Republic of India to Libya and the accompanying official delegation.
In a press statement on Tuesday, it was stated that the meeting addressed bilateral relations between the two friendly countries and ways to enhance and develop them in various fields, particularly the development, reconstruction, and renaissance projects underway in Libya, which serve the interests of the Libyan and Indian peoples.
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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 ancient Greek colony of Euesperides. In modern times, it played a pivotal role as a hub of the 2011 Libyan revolution against Muammar Gaddafi.
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.
Al Qubbah
Al Qubbah is a historic palace located in Baghdad, Iraq, originally constructed in the 19th century during the Ottoman era. It served as a royal residence for the Hashemite monarchy and was later used by the Iraqi government, becoming a notable landmark for its distinctive architectural style.
Republic of India
The Republic of India is a sovereign nation in South Asia with a rich history as one of the world’s oldest civilizations, home to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization. It gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947 and subsequently established itself as the world’s largest democracy, with a constitution that came into effect in 1950. The country is renowned for its vast cultural, linguistic, and religious diversity, with a heritage spanning millennia of empires, philosophical traditions, and architectural wonders.
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 civil war. The country is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
