EU relations with Libya

EU sanctions against Libya were lifted in 2004, when the European Council identified two priority areas for engagement, both of which constituted domestic political crises in Libya with implications for the EU: the "Benghazi AIDS crisis" and illegal immigration.

Currently, relations between the European Community and Libya are taking place outside a bilateral legal framework governing bilateral relations. In addition, Libya does not intend to become part of the Union for the Mediterranean or of the European Neighbourhood Policy.

Given the new political context between the parties and their strong common interests, negotiations on a Framework Agreement between the European Community and its Member States and Libya have started in November 2008.

• Libyan Economy Overview
• Libya Investment Climate 2009
• EU Delegation to Tunisia (accredited to Libya)

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Italy has seen a drastic reduction in the number of immigrants washing up on its shores, in part thanks to a deal with North African countries to prevent boat departures, the government said Wednesday.

Libya must protect diplomats after 'despicable' attack: EU — 12 September 2012, 16:53 CET

EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton on Wednesday condemned as "despicable" the attack on the US consulate in Benghazi and urged Libya to ensure the protection of diplomats and foreign staff.

Ashton commends Libya vote — 19 July 2012, 19:32 CET

European Union foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton on Thursday commended Libya's elections as a symbol of the country's "peaceful and dignified" march towards democracy.

Libyan airlines banned from flying to EU — 04 April 2012, 11:46 CET

All Libyan airlines and Venezuelan carrier Conviasa were banned from flying into the European Union on Tuesday due to safety concerns.

Libyan airlines banned from flying to EU — 03 April 2012, 13:37 CET

All Libyan airlines and Venezuelan carrier Conviasa were banned from flying into the 27-nation European Union on Tuesday due to safety concerns.