Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with Kuwait’s Ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammad Al-Sharji, on Friday at the Presidential Palace in Baabda to reaffirm the longstanding fraternal and historic ties between Lebanon and Kuwait. During the meeting, Aoun emphasized the commitment of both countries to enhance bilateral cooperation and expand relations across various sectors.

Aoun expressed Lebanon’s solidarity with Kuwait on matters concerning its security and stability, while thanking the Kuwaiti leadership, government, and people for their continued support to Lebanon. He also extended his greetings to Kuwait’s leadership through the ambassador, wishing the country enduring prosperity and stability.

In response, Ambassador Al-Sharji relayed the greetings of Kuwait’s Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. The ambassador reaffirmed Kuwait’s steadfast support for Lebanon, its government, and official institutions. He underlined Kuwait’s commitment to backing efforts aimed at preserving Lebanon’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and enhancing security and stability, including extending state authority throughout the country.

The discussions also covered recent political and security developments within Lebanon and the broader region. Both sides exchanged views on a range of issues of mutual interest, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation between the two nations.