Tripoli: The Ministry of Defense in Tripoli recently hosted a meeting between Undersecretary of Defense Abdulsalam Al Zoubi and the EU Ambassador to Libya, Nicola Orlando, along with his delegation. The central focus of the meeting was to explore avenues for strengthening joint cooperation and bolstering efforts towards achieving stability and security within Libya.According to Libyan News Agency, discussions were held on enhancing coordination with EU institutions, aiming to consolidate security and unify efforts on shared interests. This collaboration is intended to elevate Libya's role and influence within both regional and international contexts.In a tweet, Ambassador Orlando extended his congratulations to the ministry for the successful execution of the Flintlock 2026 exercise and acknowledged the significant steps taken towards enhancing national coordination, particularly in managing land border control. Orlando further emphasized the EU's commitment to supporting these priorities and exploring fu ture cooperation opportunities, particularly within the framework of operations like EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, which supports Libya's maritime institutions.