President Obama Issues Waiver on TIP Sanctions for Lebanon
October 10, 2011
President Barack Obama granted Lebanon a waiver to allow the continuation of U.S. assistance to Lebanon, which was at risk of being blocked due to Lebanon's Tier Three ranking in the 2011 Trafficking in Persons Report.
Ambassador Maura Connelly informed Prime Minister Najib Mikati of President Obama's decision on October 4. The United States appreciates the seriousness with which the Mikati government and Lebanese civil society has addressed issues related to combating trafficking in persons. Ambassador Connelly welcomed the initial steps taken by the Government of Lebanon and pledged to continue collaboration on protecting victims of trafficking, prosecuting perpetrators, and preventing the spread of trafficking.
President Barack Obama granted Lebanon a waiver to allow the continuation of U.S. assistance to Lebanon, which was at risk of being blocked due to Lebanon's Tier Three ranking in the 2011 Trafficking in Persons Report.
Ambassador Maura Connelly informed Prime Minister Najib Mikati of President Obama's decision on October 4. The United States appreciates the seriousness with which the Mikati government and Lebanese civil society has addressed issues related to combating trafficking in persons. Ambassador Connelly welcomed the initial steps taken by the Government of Lebanon and pledged to continue collaboration on protecting victims of trafficking, prosecuting perpetrators, and preventing the spread of trafficking.
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