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<p>The vast unsecured stockpiles of Qadhafi-era weapons and ammunition are a threat
to the political transition in Libya, endangering its stability and security, as well
as that of the region.</p><p>The British Government has been working closely with
international partners, including the UN, to help the Libyan authorities secure and
dismantle the weapons stockpiles. We have committed £9 million of our £62.5 million
Security, Justice and Defence Programme, plus a further £1 million contribution to
the UN Mine Action Service Trust Fund, to fund projects in this area. We have also
funded a Senior Disarmament Advisor to work with the Libyan Ministry of Defence on
disarmament issues. However, following our Embassy’s withdrawal from Tripoli on 5
August, this work has been temporarily suspended. We hope to be able to return to
Libya at the earliest opportunity to continue this important work.</p>
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