Lebanon’s Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji has met Saudi Ambassador to Lebanon Waleed Al-Bukhari to review the latest regional developments, according to Arab News.
During the meeting, Rajji emphasized that his country is strongly adhering to both the financial reforms and restriction of possessing weapons outside the state’s control.
The minister also stressed Beirut’s dedication to carrying out the essential economic, financial, and administrative reforms.
Meanwhile, he assured that weapons are controlled directly by the state, underscoring that such a policy will “put Lebanon on the trail of recovery and advancement,” according to the National News Agency.
Apart from this, the minister expressed sincere appreciation to the Saudi Arabia’s leadership for their unwavering support to Lebanon and its people.
Rajji also noted that bilateral relations between Riyadh and Beirut have restored Lebanon to its rightful place among Arab countries.
In the same context, Al-Bukhari reiterated the Kingdom’s full support for Lebanon’s reform process, led by President Joseph Aoun and his government.
Historic Visit
In March, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun arrived in Riyadh, becoming the first Lebanese President to visit Saudi Arabia in six years, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Upon his arrival in Riyadh, Aoun expressed wishes to boost the Saudi-Lebanese relations, commending the Kingdom’s pivotal role in supporting Lebanon.
“I look forward to the talks I will have with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this evening,” Aoun stated.
Interestingly, the President noted that he selected the Kingdom as his first destination due to its “historic links” with Lebanon and its central role as a regional and global player.
“I hope and expect that Saudi Arabia will help us reset relations in the interest of both countries and overcome recent obstacles,” he told Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat in an interview Friday.
Furthermore, Aoun stated that his country could align with “Vision 2030,” expressing hopes of establishing “normal economic ties.”
“This would allow the Saudis to return to their second home, Lebanon, while Lebanese look forward to reconnecting with Saudi Arabia,” he added.
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