Tripoli: Participants in a live virtual discussion organized by the Structured Dialogue's Governance Track under the auspices of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) stressed the importance of unifying state institutions and establishing a consensual legal framework to ensure credible elections.

According to Libyan News Agency, the discussion, which involved 30 participants and was subsequently viewed 130 times, emphasized the need for national solutions through inclusive dialogue and consensus. Participants addressed the persistent challenges facing the political process and highlighted the necessity of a unified government to restore public trust and facilitate crucial reforms.

Members of the Governance Track, including Marwa Alshaybani, Mustafa Bahbah, and Osama KhairAllah, presented the outcomes of the discussions and responded to various questions. The division of executive authorities was identified as a significant barrier to political progress, with many advocating for a government capable of exercising authority nationwide.

The dialogue also focused on establishing conditions conducive to elections and ending transitional phases. Participants warned against entering new transitional stages and emphasized the importance of resolving the current division in the country. The lack of a clear legal and constitutional framework was identified as a reason for previous electoral failures, with consensus-based arrangements and protection from political interference deemed crucial for successful elections.

Views on the constitutional basis for the transitional period varied, but many supported adopting an interim framework to facilitate elections, deferring the creation of a permanent constitution to a later elected body. The direct involvement of the Libyan people in shaping the constitutional future was emphasized as vital.

Despite differing opinions, participants shared a common goal of advancing a political process leading to unified institutions, credible elections, and sustainable governance reforms. The Structured Dialogue included approximately 120 Libyans from diverse backgrounds, who began meeting in December 2025 across four tracks: National Reconciliation and Human Rights, Security, Economy, and Governance.

On 7 June, conclusions from all tracks were presented to nearly 200 participants, including diplomatic representatives and the UN support team, with recommendations available on UNSMIL's website.