President Joseph Aoun: the Central Bank has a great responsibility in restoring confidence in the Lebanese banking system

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President Joseph Aoun: the Central Bank has a great responsibility in restoring confidence in the Lebanese banking system

President Joseph Aoun following his meeting with Central Bank Governor Karim Souhaid and the deputy governors:

He emphasized their major responsibility in restoring the confidence of both the Lebanese public and international partners in the Lebanese banking system.
He stressed the importance of protecting the national currency.
He stated that working transparently and free from political interference is essential to supporting the country’s economic recovery.

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