Maltese Delegation Visits Benghazi To Strengthen Cooperation With Libya

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg led a Maltese delegation on an official visit to Benghazi, Libya, where talks focused on strengthening cooperation and supporting efforts towards a stable and unified Libya.

The delegation included Minister for the Economy, Technology and Strategic Projects Silvio Schembri, Minister for Education and Sport Byron Camilleri, Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Employment Jonathan Attard, Cabinet Secretary Ryan Spagnol and Head of Secretariat at the Office of the Prime Minister Mark Mallia.

During the visit, the delegation met General Saddam Haftar, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces. Discussions centred on the long-standing historical, cultural and commercial ties between Malta and Libya, while exploring new opportunities for collaboration in education, health, trade, energy and infrastructure.

Borg reaffirmed Malta's support for the reunification of Libya's institutions and for a political solution aimed at securing lasting peace and stability.

He said the visit was intended to follow up on ongoing discussions regarding Libya's reunification while identifying practical areas where both countries could work together. The delegation also visited the Julyana Free Zone and Benghazi Port to learn more about trade and logistics opportunities.

At the University of Benghazi, discussions explored potential academic partnerships with Malta, including postgraduate opportunities in Arabic language and archaeology.

Concluding the visit, Borg said Malta remains committed to dialogue and regional cooperation, adding that the country looks forward to working with a stable and secure Libya to promote peace, development and shared prosperity across the Mediterranean.

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