Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met with UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, and Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Imran Riza, with whom he discussed the latest local and regional developments.
Talks reportedly focused on efforts to stabilize Lebanon, facilitate its recovery, and address ongoing challenges.
Salam later received US Ambassador to Lebanon Lisa Johnson, who stated after the meeting: “I visited today to congratulate Prime Minister Salam on the formation of a government comprising competent individuals with a forward-looking vision capable of leading Lebanon toward a better future. We wish them all success in their mission.”
The Prime Minister also met with Spanish Ambassador to Lebanon Jesús Santos Aguado, who expressed Spain’s support for Lebanon’s new government and was briefed on its key priorities.
“I discussed with Prime Minister Salam ongoing Spanish-Lebanese cooperation projects, with around 20 development initiatives currently underway, valued at approximately €22 million. Additionally, we plan to allocate further funds to support the Lebanese Army and security forces,” Aguado said on emerging, highlighting Spain’s role in UNIFIL and noting that the mission’s commander is a Spanish general.
Salam further welcomed German Ambassador to Lebanon Kurt Georg Stöckl-Stillfried, who extended his congratulations and reviewed political developments and bilateral relations.
Additionally, the Premiere met with Jordanian Ambassador Walid Hadid, who reaffirmed Amman’s continued support for Lebanon. “We hope Lebanon regains its role as a beacon of the East, enjoying security, stability, and prosperity,” Hadid said, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral ties.
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