The third round of Greece-Egypt Political Consultations on Libya took place in Athens on 15 October 2026. The Greek delegation was headed by Ambassador Filippidou, Political Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Egyptian delegation by Ambassador Bassel Salah, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Libyan Affairs.
The consultations reaffirmed the close cooperation and regular coordination between Greece and Egypt on issues of mutual interest.
The two sides exchanged views on the latest political developments and the security situation in Libya, as well as on prospects for advancing the political process under the auspices of the United Nations.
They reiterated their support for Libya’s sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity, underscoring the need for a sustainable, Libyan-owned political solution leading to free, fair and inclusive national elections and the unification of state institutions.
Particular emphasis was placed on respect for international law, including UNCLOS, and on addressing common challenges, particularly irregular migration.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining regular consultations and further strengthening their coordination on developments in Libya.
October 15, 2026