His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani discussed with HE President of the Republic of Lebanon General Joseph Aoun ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries across various fields, including energy, economy, and investment, during a session of official talks held today at the Amiri Diwan.
At the outset of the session, HH The Amir welcomed HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon and his accompanying delegation, wishing them a pleasant stay. HH The Amir voiced his hope that His Excellency's visit would contribute to strengthening bilateral cooperation, advancing them toward broader horizons in a way that meets the aspirations and benefits of the two fraternal peoples.
For his part, HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon expressed his deep thanks and appreciation to HH The Amir for the warm welcome and generous hospitality. His Excellency affirmed his keenness to enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries to contribute to achieving common interests and support stability and development efforts in the region.
During the session, they discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them across various fields. In addition, they discussed a number of regional and international issues of common concern.
The session was attended by HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, HE Chief of the Amiri Diwan Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Khulaifi, HE Minister of Transport Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Thani, HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, and a number of senior officials.
On Lebanon's side, the session was attended by HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Raji, along with a number of members of the official delegation accompanying HE the President.
HH The Amir and HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon held a bilateral meeting, where they discussed regional and international developments and the joint efforts to enhance peace and stability.
HH The Amir hosted a luncheon banquet in honor of HE the President of the Republic of Lebanon and his accompanying delegation.
Earlier, HE the President of Lebanon arrived at the Amiri Diwan, where he was accorded an official reception ceremony.