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| Identifier: | 03THEHAGUE2591 |
|---|---|
| Wikileaks: | View 03THEHAGUE2591 at Wikileaks.org |
| Origin: | Embassy The Hague |
| Created: | 2003-10-09 10:44:00 |
| Classification: | SECRET |
| Tags: | PARM MNUC KNNP LY NL |
| Redacted: | This cable was not redacted by Wikileaks. |
This record is a partial extract of the original cable. The full text of the original cable is not available.
S E C R E T THE HAGUE 002591 SIPDIS E.O. 12958: DECL: 10/06/2013 TAGS: PARM, MNUC, KNNP, LY, NL SUBJECT: DUTCH REMAIN CONCERNED ABOUT LIBYA REF: SECSTATE 282619 Classified By: PolCouns Mary E. Daly reasons 1.5 (b) and (d) 1. (C) The GoNL remains concerned about any increase in EU interactions with Libya. The lifting of UN sanctions has not altered the lack of Dutch willingness to engage the with the Libyan government. PolOff delivered reftel to Mirande Mulder, MFA Libya desk officer. Mulder noted that the GoNL shares U.S. concerns over Libya's WMD programs, and does not favor increased political or economic ties with Libya. Simply, the Dutch do not trust Ghadaffi and do not see any tangible benefit in increased cooperation and trade. Mudler stated the GoNL continues to voice concerns regarding increased ties at EU meetings, "often the only country that does." 2. (C) Mulder stated that the Italians and Spaniards are the strongest forces within the EU pushing for increased cooperation with Libya. For example, Mulder said that the Italians want to allow the sale of EU weapons. The GoNL opposes such a measure. However, noting with concern the illegal migration to the EU/Italy via Libya, Mulder confirmed that the GoNL would favor EU cooperation with Libya in this area, provided that it is strictly for technical programs. Nevertheless, the Dutch harbor serious concerns regarding these programs as well. Mulder stated that unless Libyan visa regulations are changed, the illegal flow will continue, and "any attempt at cooperation will be useless." SOBEL
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