Libya’s Minister of State for Communication and Political Affairs, Walid Al-Lafi, described the visit of Massad Boulos, Middle East and Africa adviser to US President Donald Trump, as a reaffirmation of the strategic partnership between Libya and the United States.

Speaking after the meeting, Al-Lafi said the visit included discussions on key areas of bilateral cooperation, including energy, mining, and military coordination between the Libyan and US defense ministries. The talks also addressed the political process in Libya, the role of the UN mission, and American support for advancing the political track.

Al-Lafi highlighted the historical presence of US oil companies in Libya since the 1950s, underscoring the depth of economic ties. He noted that Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh expressed strong support for expanding this cooperation, revealing a new strategic vision for joint economic projects valued at over $70 billion.

On the electoral process, Al-Lafi reiterated the government’s firm stance in favor of holding direct elections and avoiding further transitional phases. He emphasized that this position is conveyed by the Prime Minister in meetings with political stakeholders.

He added that the United States shares a clear commitment to the UN-led process and that most international actors agree on the need to accelerate political momentum toward elections. Al-Lafi stressed that stability is essential for progress and that Libyans are weary of repeated transitional cycles.

He also pointed to legal and institutional hurdles, particularly the role of the House of Representatives in passing electoral laws and overseeing the High National Elections Commission. The government, he said, is prepared to fulfill its limited logistical role, citing successful municipal elections as proof of Libya’s capacity to conduct credible national polls.