Tuesday, July 06, 2010

Sison: US committed to contributing to Lebanon’s security and development

During the celebration of the 234th anniversary of the US’ independence in Beirut on Monday, US Ambassador to Lebanon Michele Sison said her country was committed to contributing to the security and the development of Lebanon, so Lebanese can take on the hard work of building this country for the next generation, according to a statement issued by the US Embassy in Lebanon on Tuesday.“In December 2009, [US] President [Barack] Obama made a commitment to regional peace. He also made a promise to Lebanon's stability and sovereignty,” Sison said. “President Obama reiterated to Prime Minister [Saad Hariri in May] that US regional engagement will never come at Lebanon's expense. He reaffirmed the US' continued strong support for the Special Tribunal for Lebanon,” Sison added.Sison welcomed more than 1000 guests at the event held in Le Royal Hotel in Dbayeh, the statement said.
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