Libya confirms Tunisia border demarcation firmly settled
The Government of National Unity (GNU) of Libya has moved to quell rising tensions by confirming that the border demarcation issue with Tunisia was conclusively resolved more than a decade ago, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced yesterday.
In an official communiqué, the ministry emphasised that a joint committee between both nations had previously settled all border-related matters, characterising it as a “stable and settled issue” that is no longer subject to discussion or reconsideration.
The statement emerged following remarks by the Tunisian Defence Minister, Khaled Al-Suhaili, who recently asserted that Tunisia would not surrender “any inch of the national territory”, prompting speculation about potential border disputes.
Notwithstanding these tensions, Libya’s Foreign Ministry underscored the robust bilateral cooperation between the two North African neighbours.
The ministry particularly highlighted ongoing collaboration in security and stability enhancement, whilst noting significant progress in strengthening joint trade and investment opportunities.
Officials also pointed to considerable improvements in cross-border travel and transport conditions for citizens between the two nations.
“Both countries maintain their commitment to intensifying efforts to ensure further progress and joint development that benefits all levels in Libya”, the ministry statement noted.
The border between Libya and Tunisia, which spans approximately 459 kilometres, has historically been central to bilateral relations between the two nations. The current demarcation has remained unchanged since the joint committee’s resolution more than ten years ago.
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