Libya: How the AU Should Have Recognised the NTC

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During its 291st Meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council, the African Union (AU) failed to officially recognise the National Transitional Council (NTC) in Libya.

It indicated that it would grant recognition only when an 'all-inclusive transitional government' is established in Libya. For this reason, the former Libyan representatives to the AU, who are now supporting the NTC, are not allowed a seat in the current AU meetings.

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