Tripoli, February 4, 2026 – The official in charge of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Government of National Unity, Taher Al-Baour, met today, Wednesday, with the Turkish Ambassador to Libya, Guven Begec.
During the meeting, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, views were exchanged on a number of issues of mutual interest.
The two sides discussed prospects for enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries, in a way that serves common interests and strengthens diplomatic cooperation ties between Libya and Turkey.
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, located on the country’s Mediterranean coast. Historically, it was founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC and has since been ruled by the Romans, Arabs, Ottomans, and Italians, serving as a major port and cultural crossroads. Its historic center, the medina, features well-preserved architecture from these various eras.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is the government department responsible for managing Italy’s diplomatic relations and foreign policy. It was established shortly after the unification of Italy in 1861, originally named the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with its name updated in 2017 to reflect its modern focus on international collaboration.
Government of National Unity
The Government of National Unity (GNU) is a term most notably applied to the post-apartheid coalition government in South Africa, formed in 1994 following the country’s first multiracial elections. Led by Nelson Mandela as President, it brought together the African National Congress, the National Party, and the Inkatha Freedom Party to oversee the transition from minority rule to a multiracial democracy.
Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, with a rich history spanning the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, the latter of which was succeeded by the modern Republic of Turkey in 1923. Its cultural sites, such as the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul and the ancient ruins of Ephesus, reflect this layered 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 sites include the well-preserved Roman ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
