Lebanese President reaffirms strong fraternal relations with Kuwait

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun affirmed on Friday the strength and depth of the fraternal and historical ties linking Lebanon and the State of Kuwait, emphasizing a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and developing it across various fields.

This came 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 reiterated Lebanon’s steadfast support for Kuwait and its solidarity with the country in all matters affecting its security and stability, extending his gratitude to Kuwait’s Amir, government, and people for “the support they have provided and continue to provide to Lebanon.”

For his part, Ambassador Al-Sharji conveyed greetings from 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 Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

He reaffirmed Kuwait’s unwavering support for fraternal Lebanon, its government, and its official institutions, as well as its backing of measures aimed at safeguarding Lebanon’s sovereignty, preserving the integrity of its territory, 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 updates on both the domestic and regional fronts, along with an exchange of views on several issues of mutual interest.