Libyan government reaffirms rejection of migrant settlement within its borders
via Libya Herald1 min read
The Tripoli-based Libyan government has reiterated its firm opposition to any proposals for settling migrants within Libya. This stance was affirmed during an expanded meeting at the Administrative Control Authority, attended by the Minister of Labor and Rehabilitation, Ali Al-Abed Al-Rida, the Minister of Interior, Major General Imad Trabelsi, and other officials. The meeting focused on national efforts to address illegal immigration and implement recommendations from a Joint Higher Committee. The government emphasized its commitment to protecting national security, regulating the labor market, securing borders, and combating illegal immigration. The Minister of Labor clarified that his ministry's role is to regulate expatriate workers entering through official channels and that new worker accommodations are strictly for legally contracted employees, not for illegal migrants or refugees, addressing public concerns. The government stressed that its policy does not support the settlement of migrants, aligning with a growing sentiment against illegal refugee settlement, resettlement, or naturalization across Libya.
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