Malta strongly supports Libya’s integration into the Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation, says Foreign Minister George Vella.

Libya was the only missing link in the North African chain, Dr Vella told the OSCE ministerial council in Kiev.

“As a neighbouring state, we are concerned by the situation in that country, but we also believe the OSCE can help Libya build its democratic institutions,” he said.

It could help the North African state foster respect for human rights and the rule of law while addressing the problems associated with the proliferation of small and light weapons and control of the army.

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