Türkiye has deep rooted relations with the Libyan people. Due to its
historical and cultural bonds, Türkiye attaches utmost importance to the
security and welfare of the Libyan people.
Following the Revolution of 17 February 2011, Türkiye recognized the
National Transitional Council as the “sole representative of Libyan
people”. Türkiye has been the first country to appoint an Ambassador to
Tripoli on 2 September 2011, after the full control of Tripoli by the
National Transitional Council.
In line with the urgent priorities of Libya, Türkiye has contributed to
institution building efforts in Libya, particularly in the fields of
security and economic recovery.
Due to the deteriorating security situation, Turkish Consulate General in
Benghazi has temporarily been closed on 14 June 2014.
Turkish Embassy in Tripoli which also suspended its operations on 25 July
2014 due to security concerns resumed its services in January 2017.
Turkish Consulate in Misrata has continued its operations without
interruption.
Türkiye has welcomed the signing of the Libyan Political Agreement on 17
December 2015, which offers a clear framework for long-lasting peace and
stability in Libya. Mr. Çavuşoğlu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye,
took part at the signing ceremony held in Skhirat, Morocco. Türkiye supports
the Government of National Accord in its endeavors to effectively implement
the Libyan Political Agreement.
Mr. Sarraj, President of Libya Presidency Council visited Türkiye twice in
2018 and made fruitful contacts with President of the Republic of Türkiye,
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Mr. Çavuşoğlu paid an official visit to Tripoli on 22 December 2018 and
expressed Türkiye’s support to the UN-led political process and to the unity
and territorial integrity of Libya.
Türkiye engages directly with Libyans from all regions and encourages them
to be constructive and to work collectively for successfully achieving
reconciliation as soon as possible.
Maintaining close cooperation with the Libyan authorities, Türkiye will
continue assisting Libya in every field in coordination with the Government
of National Accord. Türkiye will also continue advocating political solution
for a democratic, stable and prosperous Libya.
Useful Links
13 December 2015, Joint Communique of the Ministerial Meeting for Libya
17 December 2015, Press Release Regarding the Signing Ceremony of the Libyan Political Agreement
16 May 2016, Joint Communique of the Ministerial Meeting for Libya
30 May 2016, Press Release Regarding the Visit of Foreign Minister Çavuşoğlu to Libya