Makary Honored by ‘Land of Creators’ Foundation: Protecting Media Professionals Is the Minister’s First Mission


Beirut: Under the banner “Media Protects Lebanon”, the “Land of Creators” Foundation honored several distinguished media professionals, including Caretaker Information Minister Ziad Makary. The event was attended by cultural and intellectual figures, unionists, general managers, and approximately 400 media professionals.



According to National News Agency – Lebanon, Minister Makary paid tribute to ‘the martyrs of the media in Lebanon who fell in the destructive war for our country’ and acknowledged the courage of media professionals working on the front lines. He emphasized that Lebanon is a ‘land of creators’ and a beacon of liberty and freedom of expression. These values have been central to his mission since taking office.



Minister Makary also voiced the urgency of forming a new government, expressing his intent to step down from his ministry duties soon. He highlighted the importance of new leadership to rejuvenate the country and expressed hope that his successor might be a female minister, reflecting his positive experience working with a team predominantly composed of women.



In closing, Makary expressed his happiness at having formed a large family within the media community, leaving him with a sense of pride as he prepares to exit his ministerial role.

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