Lebanese president invited to attend Arab summit

AMMAN  — Lebanese President Michel Aoun on Tuesday received Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Nasser Judeh, who handed him an invitation from His Majesty King Abdullah to attend the Arab summit in March.

Judeh conveyed King Abdullah's greetings to the president and his best wishes for the Lebanese people, reiterating congratulations to Aoun for winning the presidency of Lebanon, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

The minister highlighted the importance of Aoun's participation in the summit, which will contribute to its success in light of the common challenges that face the region, especially fighting terrorism and the repercussions of the Syrian refugee crisis.

The King also expressed hope that Lebanon would enhance its national unity and preserve its stability and security.

Judeh also met with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister Saad Hariri over regional developments and bilateral ties.

Judeh had delivered similar invitations to Saudi King Salman Bin Abdulaziz, Kuwaiti Emir Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, UAE President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs and Minister of State for Investment Affairs Jawad Anani has delivered similar invitations from King Abdullah to Comorian President Azali Assoumani, Djibouti President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh and Iraqi President Fuad Masum.