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LBCI
12-05-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Lebanese FM meets Kuwaiti counterpart, invites Kuwaiti nationals to visit the country for tourism
Lebanon's Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji met with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya, during an official visit to Kuwait, accompanying President Joseph Aoun. The meeting, held in the presence of delegations from both sides, focused on strengthening bilateral relations and revitalizing the Lebanese-Kuwaiti joint committee, in light of Lebanon's renewed engagement with the Arab world under the new administration. Rajji thanked Kuwait for its continued support to Lebanon and invited Kuwaiti nationals to visit the country for tourism and investment. He also emphasized the importance of diplomatic backing for the liberation of occupied Lebanese territory and reiterated the Lebanese state's exclusive authority over arms. The two ministers also discussed regional developments, particularly in Syria and Gaza. Rajji reaffirmed Lebanon's support for the Palestinian cause. At the conclusion of the meeting, Rajji expressed his gratitude to Kuwait for its hospitality and conveyed his greetings to the Kuwaiti leadership.
LBCI
11-05-2025
- Business
- LBCI
President Aoun from Kuwait: Confident this visit will open new horizons for Lebanese-Kuwaiti cooperation
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed confidence that his official visit to Kuwait would pave the way for new opportunities for cooperation between Lebanon and Kuwait. In a statement from Kuwait, Aoun emphasized that the visit reaffirms the depth of the historic and brotherly ties that unite the two countries, noting his deep appreciation and the gratitude of the Lebanese people for Kuwait's continuous support, especially during Lebanon's most challenging times. "Kuwait has always been, and remains, a strong pillar of support for Lebanon in various fields," he said. The president stated that discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and activating joint agreements. He also emphasized that the visit was a chance to reiterate that the Lebanese people were eager to welcome back their Kuwaiti brothers to what he described as their "second home." President Aoun concluded by saying that talks will also cover regional challenges, shared concerns, and ways to strengthen joint Arab action under current circumstances.
LBCI
11-05-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun heads to Kuwait on an official visit
President Joseph Aoun departed for Kuwait on Sunday in response to an official invitation from Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal al-Ahmad al-Sabah. The visit comes amid ongoing regional developments and efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between Lebanon and Kuwait.
