Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stressed on Monday that his country has embarked on the path of comprehensive reform.
Speaking before a Saudi delegation in Beirut, he declared that Lebanon is “committed to preventing its territories from being used to harm the security of brotherly countries or to smuggle drugs.”
A statement from his office said he discussed with the delegation the procedures to resume Lebanese exports to the Kingdom.
“I requested all the relevant parties to speed up work to overcome any obstacles hindering the resumption of the exports that are vital to Lebanon's economy,” he added.
He said the resumption of exports is a result of the meeting he held with Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, earlier this year.
“Everyone can attest to the Crown Prince and Kingdom’s support to Lebanon and its stability,” continued Salam. “They have our utmost gratitude.”
The PM also received a large delegation from Morgan Stanley that is taking part in the Beirut One conference on Tuesday and Wednesday that is aimed at reviving Lebanon’s economy.
He said the visit reflects the “renewed international trust in Lebanon’s ability to rise up and in the capacities of its citizens.”
Salam presented to the delegation his government’s vision that is based on transparency and reforms.
“The government has achieved actual progress in modernizing public institutions, bolstering the partnership between the public and private sectors and investing in vital infrastructure,” he stressed.
Moreover, he noted that Lebanon’s strategic location and human capital “have prepared it to be a regional services hub in promising sectors.”
Progress on the security, economic and social levels has paved the way for a new phase in recovery and reconstruction, he remarked.
