Beirut: Minister of Culture, Dr. Ghassan Salameh, held a meeting with Indian Ambassador to Lebanon, Muhammad Noor Rahman Sheikh, at the National Library in Sanayeh. The visit, which was of a protocol nature, included Mr. Biju Joseph accompanying the ambassador.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Ambassador Sheikh extended his congratulations to Minister Salameh on his new ministerial role and expressed his wishes for success. The discussions covered the bilateral relations between Lebanon and India, with a focus on enhancing cultural ties.
Ambassador Sheikh highlighted the potential for developing cooperation through the signing of a memorandum of understanding and cultural exchange programs between the two countries. He also emphasized the importance of encouraging Lebanese participation in the Indian Technical Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program.