The "foreign ministry" of the north has welcomed the Libyan Parliament's approval of the memorandum on the delimitation of maritime jurisdiction areas between Turkey and Libya, describing the development as a "historic step".
In a statement, the office said the agreement, which has been in force since 2019, reflects what it described as regional realities and is based on principles of international law and equality.
Support for the maritime agreement
According to reports from the north, the "foreign ministry" said the Libyan Parliament's decision to approve the Memorandum of Understanding on the Delimitation of Maritime Jurisdiction Areas between Turkey and Libya represents a significant development.
Backing for Turkey's Mediterranean policy
The statement also expressed full support for Turkey's stated objective of promoting peace, security and stability in the Mediterranean region.
The Turkish Cypriot administration said it supports Turkey's vision for strengthening stability across the Mediterranean basin.
Agreement dates back to 2019
The memorandum referenced in the statement was originally signed and entered into force in 2019, and has remained a subject of regional debate regarding maritime boundaries and jurisdiction in the Eastern Mediterranean.
The latest comments followed the Libyan Parliament's decision to approve the agreement.
Source: CNA
