Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what action they are taking to assist with the formulation of a regional strategy and regional co-ordination to prevent IS fighters relocating from Libya to Tunisia and Egypt following the military operation in Libya to recapture Sirte.

We have been clear, as has the UN Security Council, that Daesh represent a threat to international peace and security. The UK has a shared interest with Libya and her neighbouring countries in the fight against terrorism, and we are committed to working together with them in a number of areas to combat the terrorist threat, including the risk that some Daesh fighters may seek to relocate from Sirte. Egypt is a vital partner in bringing peace and stability to Libya. As well as cooperating on counter-terrorism, we hold regular discussions on tackling the terrorist threat emanating from Libya, and are sharing expertise on border security. We are working with the Tunisian Government, in concert with other international partners, to secure the Libyan-Tunisian border. This includes the development of a border strategy with the government of Tunisia, targeted training of the border authorities, and provision of equipment to enhance their ability to police the border.