Tripoli, February 08, 2026 – The Acting Minister of Interior discussed with the Maltese Ambassador to Libya and the Maltese Consul in Tripoli ways to enhance joint security cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the fields of training, capacity building, and combating illegal migration.
The meeting addressed the importance of developing security coordination mechanisms and exchanging expertise between the two sides, which contributes to raising the efficiency of security agencies and supporting training and qualification programs according to approved professional standards, thereby enhancing readiness to face various security challenges.
The two sides also discussed the issue of illegal migration as a shared challenge, emphasizing the importance of intensifying cooperation in securing borders, combating migrant smuggling and human trafficking networks, and strengthening joint action to serve security and stability in the region.
The Minister affirmed the Ministry of Interior’s keenness to expand areas of partnership with the Maltese side and support technical and training cooperation, which contributes to building an effective security institution capable of performing its duties efficiently and competently.
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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 core, the medina of Old Tripoli, contains significant architecture from these various periods.
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.
Maltese
The Maltese islands, located in the Mediterranean Sea, are renowned for their rich history dating back over 7,000 years, with successive influences from the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Knights of St. John, French, and British. This legacy is visible in the islands’ numerous megalithic temples, fortified cities like Valletta, and the unique Maltese language, a Semitic language with strong Romance influences. Today, Malta is a sovereign republic and a popular destination for its historical sites, coastal scenery, and cultural heritage.
Malta
Malta is a small Mediterranean archipelago nation with a history stretching back over 7,000 years, evidenced by its prehistoric megalithic temples, which are among the oldest free-standing structures in the world. It has been successively ruled by the Phoenicians, Romans, Knights of St. John, French, and British, each leaving a distinct mark on its culture, architecture, and language before it gained independence in 1964. Today, its capital Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage site founded by the Knights in the 16th century, is a testament to its rich historical tapestry.
