New york: Libya's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Taher Al-Sunni, discussed with FIFA President Gianni Infantino a proposal submitted by Libya to adopt 'football diplomacy' as an official methodology and tool within the FIFA system. The proposal aims to foster closer ties between peoples and strengthen efforts to build global peace.According to Libyan News Agency, this discussion took place during Al-Sunni's reception of the FIFA President at the Libyan Mission in New York. The meeting was part of the festivities for World Football Day on May 25, organized by Libya in partnership with several other countries, highlighting the significant role of sport in community development.The talks also focused on future cooperation prospects between FIFA and the Libyan Football Federation. They explored avenues for providing technical and logistical support to advance football in Libya and elevate its level to meet national ambitions.Ambassador Al-Sunni extended a formal invitation to Infantino to v isit Libya at the earliest opportunity. The visit aims to allow Infantino to witness the ongoing efforts in the sports sector and evaluate the needs for developing sports infrastructure.The discussions included mechanisms for leveraging football as a tool for development and stability, underscoring Libya's goal to unite international efforts in promoting its initiative to use the sport as a bridge for diplomatic communication between nations and cultures.Al-Sunni expressed his gratitude to Infantino for accepting the invitation, emphasizing the strategic partnership with FIFA in supporting Libya's aspirations to promote peace and coexistence through sport.It is notable that the United Nations General Assembly established World Football Day in 2024, an initiative introduced by Libya alongside Tajikistan and Bahrain. This initiative garnered unprecedented international support from over 170 countries, designating May 25th as an annual global celebration of the world's most popular sport.