Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Special Coordinator Frederic Hof Visits Lebanon

March 19, 2012
Special Coordinator for Regional Affairs Frederic Hof completed his visit to Lebanon today, during which he met with President of the Chamber of Deputies Speaker Nabih Berri, Prime Minister Najib Mikati, and other senior government officials to continue discussions on Lebanon's maritime boundaries.
Mr. Hof encouraged Lebanon to continue its engagement to resolve its maritime boundaries. He supported the development of offshore oil and gas reserves in a manner that contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity.
Mr. Hof renewed the United States' commitment to a stable, sovereign, and independent Lebanon.