Lebanese President reaffirms strong fraternal ties with Kuwait and commitment to enhancing cooperation across all fields

Beirut, October 23 (KUNA) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Friday affirmed the strength and depth of the fraternal and historical ties between Lebanon and the State of Kuwait, emphasizing a shared commitment to strengthening and developing bilateral cooperation across various fields. This was stated in a statement issued by the Lebanese Presidency following President Aoun’s reception of Kuwait’s Ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammed Al-Sharji, at the Baabda Presidential Palace.

During the meeting, President Aoun reaffirmed Lebanon’s steadfast support and solidarity with Kuwait in all matters affecting its security and stability, expressing gratitude to Kuwait’s Amir, government, and people for “the support it has provided and continues to provide to Lebanon.” He also conveyed his greetings to the Kuwaiti political leadership, wishing the State of Kuwait and its people continued prosperity, progress, and stability.

For his part, Ambassador Al-Sharji conveyed to President Aoun the greetings of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah; His Highness the Crown Prince, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah; His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; and Sheikh Jaraah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

He reaffirmed Kuwait’s unwavering support for its brotherly Lebanon, its government, and its official institutions, as well as its backing of measures aimed at safeguarding Lebanon’s sovereignty, preserving its territorial integrity, enhancing its security and stability, and extending its authority over its entire territory.

The statement noted that the meeting also discussed current developments and political and security developments on the local and regional levels, along with an exchange of views on several issues of mutual interest. (End) F.Z. / A.M.S.