Libya: Power handed to new assembly

Libya's National Transitional Council has handed power to a new assembly following the first free elections since the fall of Gaddafi.

Libya: Power handed to new assembly

Libya's National Transitional Council has handed power to a new assembly following the first free elections since the fall of Gaddafi.

NTC chief Mustafa Abdul Jalil passed the reins to the oldest member of the legislative body at a late-night ceremony in the capital Tripoli.

The NTC, which was formed during last year's revolt, has now been dissolved.

The General National Congress will be tasked with choosing a new interim government to take over from the NTC, and will steer the country until fresh elections can be held.

Libyans elected a legislative assembly of party and independent representatives last month.

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