Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef Al-Sabah, reaffirmed his country’s full support for Lebanon and its people, regardless of circumstances.
During his visit to President Joseph Aoun at the Baabda Palace on Monday, Al-Sabah emphasized Kuwait’s lasting appreciation for Lebanon’s historic support, noting that the visit included discussions on security cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties across multiple sectors.
He praised the Kuwaiti-Lebanese relationship as one of the closest in the region, rooted in deep historical and fraternal bonds.
Kuwaiti Interior Minister Fahad Yusuf Saud al-Sabah speaking from Lebanon:
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Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
President Aoun, for his part, underscored the growing strength of Lebanese-Kuwaiti relations, describing them as deeply rooted and built on solid foundations of mutual respect, sovereignty, and cooperation. He highlighted Lebanon’s commitment to enhancing bilateral coordination—particularly in combating drug trafficking and addressing shared security threats.
Visit to Speaker Berri
Later, Minister Al-Sabah met with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri in the presence of Kuwait’s Chargé d’Affaires in Beirut, Counselor Yassin Al-Majed. The meeting addressed regional developments and the state of Lebanese-Kuwaiti relations.
Following the talks, Al-Sabah said the visit affirms Kuwait’s unwavering support for Lebanon, led by His Highness the Amir.
“Lebanon has always stood by Kuwait—and we believe its challenges will be resolved. I’m here to greet Speaker Berri, the longest-serving parliamentary head in the region. Every lawmaker should come to hear his advice,” Al-Sabah added.
Kuwait’s Al-Sabah concluded by conveying “a message of love and solidarity from the Kuwaiti people and His Highness the Amir to Lebanon and its people,” affirming, “Lebanon will remain Lebanon, and Syria will remain Syria.”
Source: Al-Manar Website
