The Director of the International Organization for Migration visits Libya to highlight the need to prevent loss of life in the Mediterranean

This visit comes in light of a difficult migration situation, and in light of continuing concern over reports of suffering and death of migrants as they attempt to embark on dangerous journeys along the Central Mediterranean route.

In her statement, the Director General said: “Every life lost on this road is a tragedy, and we can prevent it. Migrants deserve protection, dignity and hope, not danger. Saving lives requires shared responsibility and real cooperation.”

Ms. Pope stressed that the International Organization for Migration is fully prepared to work with the Libyan authorities and partners to reduce risks and protect rights, “Ensuring that migration is managed in ways that put people first.”

In addition to supporting migrants and host communities and promoting good migration management, the visit aims to reaffirm the organization’s commitment to enhancing humanitarian access, building national capacities, and strengthening partnerships with authorities, civil society and international partners.

And Mrs. Pope will celebrate International Migrants Day On December 18, by visiting the organization’s operations in Libya, “To gain a closer look at migrant journeys and the challenges faced by communities, while strengthening efforts towards safe, orderly and regular migration,” According to the statement.

The International Organization for Migration stressed that the continued participation of donors and decision-makers, in close coordination with the Libyan government, is essential to advance migration efforts. “Which saves lives and preserves human dignity.”