UN Security Council Deploys Mission to Libya to Support Transitional Government

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The United Nations Security Council has agreed to deploy a mission to Libya to support the country's transitional authorities in their reconstruction efforts. The mission, known as the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), will be led by a Special Representative of the Secretary-General for an initial period of three months. The UNSMIL will focus on restoring public security and the rule of law, promoting inclusive political dialogue and national reconciliation, and helping the National Transitional Council (NTC) embark on the constitution-making process.

Key Takeaways:

  • The UNSMIL will be led by a Special Representative of the Secretary-General for an initial period of three months.
  • The mission will focus on restoring public security and the rule of law in Libya.
  • UNSMIL will promote inclusive political dialogue and national reconciliation, and help the NTC embark on the constitution-making process.
  • The mission will also help extend state authority, including through strengthening emerging accountable institutions and restoring public services.
  • The United Nations Security Council exempted the Libyan National Oil Corporation, the Zueitina Oil Company, and other institutions from the asset freeze, and eased measures against the Central Bank of Libya, the Libyan Arab Foreign Bank, the Libyan Investment Authority, and the Libyan Africa Investment Portfolio.
  • The Council urged States to use international financial mechanisms to promote transparency and prevent misappropriation in Libya.

Statistics:

  • The UNSMIL mission will have a duration of 3 months.
  • The Security Council made several modifications to the assets freeze, no-fly zone, and arms embargo imposed on Libya.
  • 15 member states voted in favor of the resolution.
  • The Central Bank of Libya, the Libyan Arab Foreign Bank, the Libyan Investment Authority, and the Libyan Africa Investment Portfolio have been partially exempted from sanctions.
  • The Council emphasized the need for transparency and accountability with respect to funds held by governments in Libya.

Sources:

  • United Nations Security Council (referenced in the original text as "The Security Council")