Beirut:President of the Republic Joseph Aoun met with the Board of Directors of Beirut Airport Enterprise (BIAE), led by Chairman Mohammad Shatila, along with Public Works and Transport Minister Fayez Rasamny, to discuss the modernization plans for Rafik Hariri International Airport.
According to National news agency - Lebanon, the meeting included board members Walid Choucair, Sleiman Jaber, Jalal Haidar, Adel Hassaneiddine, and Daisy Hanna. During the discussions, President Aoun was informed about the proposed development plans for the airport and the necessary measures for their implementation.
President Aoun expressed his support for the modernization efforts, emphasizing the importance of improving airport operations and aligning its facilities and services with international standards. He highlighted the significance of Rafik Hariri International Airport as Lebanon's gateway to the world and the first impression it gives to visitors.
He further stressed that the modernization should reflect Lebanon's aspirations to build a modern state that can keep up with international developments. Aoun urged the board members to work cohesively, prioritize national interests, and manage the airport with efficiency, transparency, and accountability. He also called for safeguarding public funds and restoring confidence in state institutions through concrete achievements.
