Addis Ababa, February 14, 2026 – The President of the Presidential Council, Mohamed al-Menfi, held bilateral talks today, Saturday, in the Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali. The discussions addressed issues of peace and security on the African continent.
The two sides also discussed the national reconciliation project adopted by the Presidential Council, which aims to enhance efforts for political stability in Libya, in addition to reviewing files of regional and continental significance.
The talks witnessed an exchange of views on the most prominent regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is the capital and largest city of Ethiopia, founded in 1886 by Emperor Menelik II. It serves as the political and diplomatic center of Africa, hosting the headquarters of the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa.
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a historically significant nation in the Horn of Africa, widely recognized as one of the world’s oldest countries and the only African nation to never be permanently colonized. It is home to ancient sites like the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela and the former capital of the Aksumite Empire, a major power of the classical era.
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.
