Lebanese President: Joining of Beirut and Tripoli Ports to IMEC Club Affirms Lebanon's Presence on the International Map

President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, stated that “the inclusion of Beirut and Tripoli ports in the IMEC Economic Corridor Ports Club and the signing of an agreement to this effect in the Indian capital, New Delhi, represents a significant institutional achievement for Lebanon, and a genuine window to strengthen our partnerships and develop our logistics and commercial sectors in accordance with the latest international standards.”

He added in a statement, “Every step that places our institutions on the path of integration and effective action constitutes a gain for Lebanon and its economy. We continue to build bridges of cooperation and activate our role through the efforts of our sons and our institutions.”

President Aoun concluded, “What was agreed upon in New Delhi is a new practical step that consolidates Lebanon’s presence on the map of regional and international cooperation.”