The event showcased the Jekyll and Hyde nature of the UN political process in the country. This could produce much-needed geopolitical dividends that protect key European interests in its increasingly fractious southern neighbourhood. The underwhelming reality of the LPDF has made many Libyans even more cynical about the political process. Overall, the current situation is strongly reminiscent of the aftermath of the signing of the Libyan Political Agreement (LPA) in 2015. Through the Stabilisation Facility for Libya, Europeans should launch development projects to repair key infrastructure.

Source: Libya Today January 22, 2021 11:13 UTC