Algiers, UN Special Envoy to Libya Jan Kupis said Libya is in a delicate phase, and gains made thus far should preserved, and parties encouraged to work towards executing the ceasefire and approving the constitutional basis.
‘We need a constitutional basis to hold the Dec. 24 elections, Kupis said in remarks before the Libya’s Neighboring Countries meeting in Algeria, indicating that all parties expressed their commitment to this entitlement.
‘All those I spoke to have reiterated their commitment to the elections on set time, and the Government has provided the logistical support, but we are awaiting the constitutional basis, he said.
‘The UN continue to offer technical support for the Election Commission, for a transparent process, the UN Envoy said, calling for sending international observers to the elections, and highlighting importance of approving the budget by the House of Representatives.
Kupis highlighted the effort of 5+5 Military Commission, which led to opening of the coastal highway, but said presence of mercenaries was a source of concern to all.
The UN Envoy said a UN team would be deployed in Sirte to monitor implementation of the ceasefire, and the launch of a plan for withdrawing of mercenaries and foreign forces by the 5+5 Commission, urging neighboring countries to engage in this track.
Source: Libyan News Agency