Malta has extended a migration agreement it has with Libya, the Office of the Prime Minister announced on Tuesday, following bilateral meetings with the country. Prime Minister Robert Abela met with Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh in Tripoli, where they both agreed to extend the project, which they say is aimed at combatting illegal migration. Addressing the media after the meeting, Abela said that migration is part of a wider discussion that builds on strategic relationships between Europe and North African countries like Libya. Prime Minister Roberta Abela on attending bilateral meetings with Libya. Gozo Minister Clint Camilleri, Home Affairs Minister Byron Camilleri, Cabinet Secretary Ryan Spagnol and OPM head of secretariat Mark Mallia also attended bilateral meetings.

Source: Libya Today July 16, 2024 13:51 UTC