Statement by Ambassador , UK Permanent
Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on
Libya.
"President, I will make three points today.
First, the United Kingdom is deeply concerned by recent violence
and clashes in Tripoli.
We urge all parties to exercise restraint and engage
constructively in mediation efforts to prevent further
escalation.
The clashes underscore the fragility of Libya's security
landscape and the urgent need for sustainable political progress.
Second, I want to echo the SRSG's remarks and welcome the renewed
commitment shown at the International Follow-up Committee on
Libya in Berlin on 20 June.
We are concerned at Libya's trajectory, particularly the
worsening political and economic conditions.
And these trends threaten the country's stability, sovereignty
and unity.
We therefore fully support UNSMIL's efforts to improve
international coordination in support of the UN-facilitated
political process.
Third, the United Kingdom welcomes the valuable work of the
Advisory Committee on technical options for elections
pathways.
Now, as SRSG Tetteh engages stakeholders to devise a political
roadmap, we call on all Libyan actors to engage meaningfully with
UNSMIL as it moves into the next stage of the process.
Our message is clear: now is the opportunity for Libyan actors to
shape the future of the political process, towards a peaceful,
stable and prosperous Libya.
In closing, we recognise the importance of creating conditions
that ultimately enable national elections to be conducted safely,
inclusively and credibly.
Forthcoming municipal elections provide an opportunity for Libyan
institutions and security actors to demonstrate their commitment
to this goal.
This is an opportunity for Libyans to exercise their democratic
rights and shape local governance.
It is essential that all actors work to foster an environment in
which democratic practice can take root and be sustained."
