In a bolstered show of Gulf support for Lebanon, Kuwait's Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al Yahya embarked on an official visit to Beirut following the recent visit of Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan.
Minister Al Yahya arrived in Beirut on Friday morning alongside a delegation. He kickstarted his visit with a meeting at Baabda Palace with President Joseph Aoun. The Kuwaiti delegation was welcomed at Rafic Hariri International Airport by caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdallah Bou Habib.
Highlighting the urgency of revitalizing the Lebanese-Kuwaiti joint committees to tackle pertinent issues aligned with Lebanon's unique requirements, Minister Al Yahya underscored, “Our visit is a gesture of support to Lebanon, reaffirming our commitment to stand by its side.”
President Aoun reciprocated the sentiment, expressing his faith in Kuwait's enduring support for Lebanon. “I trust in your solidarity with the Lebanese people. They eagerly await your return, ready to embrace you with open arms in the spirit of camaraderie and unity.”
Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jassim Al-Budaiwi also arrived in Beirut early this morning. During his meeting with President Aoun, he reaffirmed his unwavering support for Lebanon, its sovereignty and the principle of non-interference in its internal affairs. He also emphasized the Gulf's commitment to establishing a specific program for Lebanon, in close collaboration with Lebanese authorities.
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