Tunisian PM visits Libya

Tunisian Prime Minister Habib Essid, on Friday, paid an unannounced visit to Libya, the first of a premier of a foreign State after the installation of the Government of National Accord Presidency Council in Tripoli.
Prime Minister-designate Faez al-Sarraj pointed out the symbolism of this visit, saying it will undoubtedly energise Libya’s relations with its regional environment and contribute to foster relations between the two countries.
During this visit, Essid reasserted Tunisia’s support to the government of al-Sarraj to make of the transitional phase a success.
Speaking at a joint press conference, Essid that Tunisia stands beside the Libyan government and backs its efforts to bring a “sensitive” democratic transition to a success.
Tunisia’s role, he added, consists in helping Libyan brothers reach the desired goals, noting that what takes place in Libya is an internal affair.
The PM’s visit provided an opportunity to agree on several economic, social and security issues of mutual interest including the re-opening of the Tunisian diplomatic representation in Tripoli before the end of May.
The two sides also agreed on deepening security co-ordination as part of countering terrorism and smuggling, training and knowledge sharing.