President Aoun highlights joint efforts with Egypt to boost bilateral ties across sectors
Speaking to a delegation from the Egyptian-Lebanese Businessmen's Friendship Association, Aoun said: 'Your role is essential in strengthening Lebanese-Egyptian relations. I have agreed with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on several measures that reflect our shared desire to enhance these ties across various fields.'
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