Baabda:President Joseph Aoun conducted a series of important meetings at Baabda Palace, focusing on political, diplomatic, security, and development issues. These discussions addressed the management of national resources, including the Litani River, and bilateral relations.
According to National news agency - Lebanon, President Aoun held talks with former Russian Prime Minister Sergei Stepashin, who led an Orthodox Church delegation and was accompanied by Russian Ambassador Alexander Rudakov. Stepashin conveyed greetings from Russian President Vladimir Putin and Patriarch Kirill of Moscow, while praising Lebanese-Russian relations and Aoun’s commitment to representing all Lebanese citizens.
In separate meetings, Aoun discussed Lebanon's relations with the Holy See with Lebanese Ambassador to the Vatican Fadi Assaf. He also met with General Security Director General Major General Hassan Choucair to review domestic developments and the outcomes of his visit to Saudi Arabia.
Aoun received the newly appointed Board of Directors of the Litani River Authority, led by Dr. Sami Alawieh. The delegation briefed him on operations, electricity generation, and planned projects. Alawieh reported damage to the Qaraoun Dam due to Israeli shelling and thanked Aoun for his protective efforts, noting the authority's financial self-sufficiency.
Aoun emphasized the importance of the Litani River for irrigation and hydroelectric power, urging efforts to protect it from pollution and waste. He called for enhanced governance and operational efficiency to transform national resources into development opportunities.
Additionally, President Aoun sent a congratulatory message to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, highlighting the significance of Algeria's Liberation Revolution and reaffirming Lebanon's commitment to strengthening ties with Algeria.
