UN Initiates New Efforts to Resolve Libya’s Electoral Deadlock

The UN has established a technical committee to address Libya’s election challenges, following the collapse of the December 2021 electoral process. This initiative aims to resolve conflicts surrounding electoral laws and expedite the electoral process amidst ongoing skepticism from the Libyan populace regarding political intentions.

The United Nations has initiated a new effort to address the electoral deadlock in Libya by forming a technical committee composed of local experts. This development was announced by the acting head of the UN support mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Stephanie Koury, on Sunday. Following the failure of the December 2021 elections due to disputes over candidates’ eligibility, this committee aims to navigate the unresolved issues related to electoral laws and propose a path towards conducting the elections in a timely manner.

Libya has been embroiled in a prolonged conflict that began with the NATO-supported uprising in 2011, which culminated in the ousting of Muammar Gaddafi. Since then, the nation has struggled with political instability and division, particularly between competing factions in the east and west. The formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in 2021 was a result of UN mediation; however, it faces challenges regarding its legitimacy, as the parliament does not recognize it and many citizens remain skeptical about the political actors’ commitment to genuine elections that might undermine their power.

The UN’s formation of a technical committee represents a significant step towards resolving Libya’s protracted electoral impasse. As the nation seeks to overcome a decade-long conflict, the hope remains that the committee’s work will lead to meaningful elections, addressing both the governance issues and the broader concerns of national reconciliation. Nonetheless, skepticism among the populace regarding the true intentions of political leaders underscores the complexity of fostering a stable political environment.

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