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MTV Lebanon
20-05-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
Foreign Minister visits Maronite Archbishop of Beirut, discusses general situation
Maronite Archbishop of Beirut Boulos Abdel Sater received Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Rajji. Discussions between the pair reportedly touched on the current general situation in Lebanon and the broad region. Minister Rajji Minister briefed Bishop Abdel Sater on the current government's concerns regarding ensuring internal stability and dialogue among various segments, restoring Lebanon's role as a key player in the region, and developing its relations with its Arab brothers and the West. The discussion also highlighted the importance of the Christian presence and its reconciling and unifying role in the region and in Lebanon.
National News
26-04-2025
- Politics
- National News
Foreign Minister offers condolences on Pope's passing: May Lebanon always be in his prayers
NNA - Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Raji visited today the Papal Nunciature in Harissa, where he offered his condolences to Apostolic Nuncio Paolo Borgia on the passing of Pope Francis. "I humbly offer my deepest condolences to His Eminence, Monsignor Paolo Borgia, to the Apostolic Nunciature in Lebanon, to the Holy See, to the Lebanese people, and all Catholics worldwide, on the passing of the Supreme Pontiff to the Lord," wrote Raji in the book of condolences. He added: "The Holy Father's ascension to the Lord touches the hearts of all believers, regardless of their beliefs, all humanists who yearn for justice and equality, and all people of good will. His example of compassion, charity, tolerance, and openness to others will remain an eternal guiding light on our path." "May the soul of Francis rest in peace, and may Lebanon always be in his prayers," Raji concluded. ==========
Al Manar
16-04-2025
- Business
- Al Manar
Aoun Concludes Visit to Qatar: Joint Statement Underlines Economic Reforms in Lebanon
President of the Republic, Joseph Aoun, on Wednesday returned to Beirut, concluding an official visit to Qatar at the invitation of the Qatari Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. President Aoun was accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Rajji. Following talks between the President of the Republic and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani affirmed 'his country's keenness to stand by Lebanon and its people, and support them in their aspirations for progress and achieving the desired prosperity and development.' In a post on his official X account, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani said: 'I held important discussions with Lebanese President General Joseph Aoun in Doha today, during which we reviewed ways to develop the solid relations that unite our two brotherly countries and peoples. These relations have always been characterized by cooperation, understanding, and mutual respect that achieve common interests and goals in various fields.' He added: 'From this standpoint, Qatar is keen to stand by Lebanon and its brotherly people and support them in their aspirations for progress and achieving the desired prosperity and development.' A joint statement on the outcomes of the meeting and discussions held between President Aoun and Sheikh Tamim at the Amiri Diwan in Doha was issued, underlining the importance of the economic reforms in Lebanon. Qatar also affirmed its financial support to the Lebanese Army, providing 60 million dollars to reinforce the military salaries and 162 vehicles for the Army to carry out its security missions in Lebanon.
National News
16-04-2025
- Politics
- National News
President Joseph Aoun returns to Beirut winding up official visit to Qatar
NNA - President of the Republic, Joseph Aoun, on Wednesday returned to Beirut, winding up an official visit to Qatar at the invitation of the Qatari Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. President Aoun was accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Rajji. Following talks between the President of the Republic and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani affirmed "his country's keenness to stand by Lebanon and its people, and support them in their aspirations for progress and achieving the desired prosperity and development." In a post on his official X account, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani said: "I held important discussions with Lebanese President General Joseph Aoun in Doha today, during which we reviewed ways to develop the solid relations that unite our two brotherly countries and peoples. These relations have always been characterized by cooperation, understanding, and mutual respect that achieve common interests and goals in various fields." He added: "From this standpoint, Qatar is keen to stand by Lebanon and its brotherly people and support them in their aspirations for progress and achieving the desired prosperity and development." A joint statement on the outcomes of the meeting and discussions held between President Aoun and Sheikh Tamim at the Amiri Diwan in Doha will be issued shortly in the Lebanese and Qatari capitals.
National News
11-04-2025
- Politics
- National News
Rudakov hands Rajji official invitation to visit Russia
NNA - Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, Youssef Rajji, on Friday welcomed Russian Ambassador to Lebanon, Alexander Rudakov, who delivered an official invitation from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to visit Moscow. The meeting also served as an opportunity to discuss the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, with particular focus on the situation in Syria.
