The Somali Parliament Discusses the Situation of Somali Youth Detained in Libyan Prisons

BENGHAZI, LIBYA – A delegation from both Houses of the Federal Parliament of Somalia, participating in the 2nd Conference of the Asian and African Parliamentary Union taking place in the city of Benghazi, held a special meeting with the Chairman of the Libyan House of Representatives, who is also the Chairman of the Asian and African Parliamentary Union, Aqila Salah Issa.

The meeting focused on the situation of Somali youth detained in Libyan prisons and illegal detention centers, who are reported to be facing difficult conditions and humanitarian abuses.

The Somali Parliament delegation expressed their concern about the situation of Somali citizens in Libya, emphasizing the need for urgent care, a lasting solution, and their repatriation to their country.

The Chairman of the Libyan House of Representatives, Aqila Salah Issa, warmly welcomed the request from the Somali delegation and promised that the matter would be addressed closely. He stated that a parliamentary committee would be established to specifically monitor the situation of Somali youth in prisons and detention centers.

Both sides also discussed strengthening the relationship and cooperation between the parliaments of Somalia and Libya, particularly in the areas of legislation, oversight, experience exchange, and enhancing parliamentary collaboration between the two countries.