The Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the House of Representatives discusses with the Turkish Consul General prospects for economic, investment, and development cooperation between the two countries.

Benghazi, November 15, 2026 (LANA) – Yousef Al-Aqouri, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Committee of the House of Representatives, discussed cooperative relations and issues of mutual interest with the Turkish Consul General in Libya, Hasan Hançer.

During the meeting, held in the city of Benghazi, Al-Aqouri emphasized the importance of building upon the deep historical ties between Libya and Turkey. He highlighted the need to strengthen institutional communication between the House of Representatives and Turkish parliamentary bodies, thereby expanding the scope for coordination and the exchange of parliamentary expertise and experience.

According to Abdullah Bleihaq, spokesperson for the House of Representatives, the meeting explored ways to develop cooperation in the diplomatic, academic, and research sectors through training and qualification programs, as well as the exchange of professional expertise.

The discussions also covered opportunities to expand academic cooperation, enhance scholarship programs, and facilitate the exchange of researchers and academics. Furthermore, the two sides explored broader prospects for collaboration in the economic, investment, and development spheres to serve the mutual interests of both nations.

For his part, the Turkish Consul General expressed his gratitude to the Libyan House of Representatives for its efforts to promote national unity, underscoring the importance of its work in seeking political solutions to the crises facing the country.

He also highlighted Turkey’s interest in developing relations across academic and cultural fields, in addition to the economic sector, noting the role played by Turkish companies in various areas. At the conclusion of the meeting, Al-Aqouri emphasized the importance of maintaining ongoing communication and coordination between the Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Turkish Consulate. He stressed the need to follow up on the issues discussed with the relevant authorities, with the aim of strengthening bilateral relations, opening broader horizons for cooperation and partnership between Libya and Turkey, and establishing a common foundation for future collaboration.

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