On March 12th, 2026, Ambassador Beresford-Hill met with H.E. Mr. Taher M. T. El-Sonni, Permanent Representative of Libya to the United Nations, to discuss regional stability and humanitarian cooperation. The meeting served as an important exchange on the current geopolitical situation in the Middle East and North Africa, with a specific focus on the opportunities for progress within Libya.

The two representatives exchanged views on the importance of institutional unity and the challenges facing the political process in the region. Ambassador Beresford-Hill reaffirmed the Sovereign Order of Malta’s commitment to its long-standing mission of providing neutral, non-sectarian humanitarian aid. A primary point of discussion was the possibility of renewing capacity-building initiatives and technical training to support the protection of vulnerable populations. Both parties agreed on the value of continued dialogue and the importance of coordinating with international partners to address humanitarian needs effectively.