Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati met with World Bank Deputy Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa Ousmane Dione in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister Saadeh Al-Shami.
The meeting was also attended by World Bank Regional Director for Middle East Management Jean-Christophe Carret, and Mikati’s advisors, former Minister Nicolas Nahas and Samir Daher.
Following the meeting, Dione expressed gratitude for Mikati’s cooperation with the World Bank, highlighting the significant progress made in recent months despite Lebanon’s difficult circumstances. He noted that several projects had been prepared with the current government and emphasized the importance of ensuring a smooth transition to facilitate ongoing collaboration with the incoming administration on reconstruction, recovery, and development efforts.
Mikati also met with Caretaker Minister of Information Ziad Makary, who thanked him for his leadership during Lebanon’s crisis, praising his ability to navigate challenges with wisdom.
Makary stressed the urgency of forming a new government to prevent further losses and provide hope for young Lebanese eager to contribute to the country’s future.
Additionally, Mikati received MP Jihad Al-Samad with whom he discussed current political matters.
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