Hanan Al-Sharif is the head of the Libyan Organization for Human Rights. She expressed the organization’s concern over a controversial decision. She affirmed their support for House of Representatives members who reject it. This stance comes from a legal commitment. It aims to protect citizens’ economic rights. It is not politically motivated.
She rejected new taxes and called for fighting corruption. In a statement to “Libya Al-Hadath” channel, followed by Al-Marsad newspaper, Al-Sharif spoke. She said new taxes on citizens cannot fix Libya’s economic decline. The country has suffered political and economic deterioration for years. She stressed that the solution is to fight corruption. It also involves controlling public spending. Resources must be managed transparently.
She warned against confusion surrounding tax decisions. Al-Sharif explained the Libyan Organization for Human Rights’ consistent stance. They express this during local and international meetings. Their message is clear: Libya’s economic situation is “very dangerous.” This is due to the back-and-forth on imposing and retracting taxes. Undesirable decisions also directly impact citizens’ rights.
She demanded clear decisions based on a legal foundation. Al-Sharif warned against tampering with economic decisions. She demanded that decisions be clear and based on a legal foundation. She noted that Libyan citizens pay the price for these decisions. They lack any real legal protection.
The organization stated the decision lacked a clear legal path. Al-Sharif explained the organization’s statement of concern. It stems from the confusion between executive and legislative bodies. She stressed the need to reveal that this decision did not follow a clear legal path. She believes citizens have become direct victims of these failed economic experiments.