Beirut: President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, on Tuesday welcomed Speaker of the Federal National Council of the United Arab Emirates, Saqr Ghobash, who conveyed the UAE leadership's support for Lebanon's unity and stability.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Ghobash affirmed the commitment of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to supporting Lebanon's national cohesion and strengthening bilateral relations. President Aoun underscored the depth of Lebanese-UAE ties and expressed his anticipation for an upcoming visit to Abu Dhabi, during which he hopes to meet Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and 'open a new chapter in relations between the two countries.'
President Aoun stated, 'The challenges we face are significant, foremost among them the task of reconstruction with the support of brotherly nations.' He emphasized that 'any contentious issue must be resolved through dialogue, and no one in Lebanon wants a return to war,' voicing optimism about 'the presence of both determination and political will.'