Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs Arancha Gonzalez Laya on Monday expressed Spain’s support for the UN-backed Libyan government and a cease-fire in Libya.

During her meeting with the President of the Tobruk-based Parliament, Aquila Saleh, Laya stressed her country’s support for the Government of National Accord and the statement of the prime minister issued on Aug. 21 that calls for a cease-fire, disarming the city of Sirte, Jufra district and the oil crescent region, resumption of oil exports, and holding presidential and parliamentary elections in March.

The meeting also discussed cooperation in various economic and service sectors, as well as activating the joint committees between the two countries, the statement said.