Beirut: Prime Minister-designate, Judge Nawaf Salam, on Tuesday visited former Prime Minister Fouad Siniora, as part of his protocol visits to former prime ministers. In the wake of the meeting, PM-designate Salam thanked Premier Siniora for sharing his extensive experience and hailed his optimism.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Siniora considered the designation of Premier Salam as "a step towards restructuring constitutional institutions," emphasizing that "Lebanon faces challenges and crises that can only be overcome through national unity." The former PM also stated that "the current period requires a firm will and courage in decision-making and the ability to lead."