Anjali Sharma
GG News Bureau
United Nations, 17th May. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Monday welcomed the parliamentary elections in Lebanon, according to a statement on Lebanon’s parliamentary elections issued by the UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric in New York
Mr. Guterres congratulated Lebanon on the holding of parliamentary elections on 15 May, the statement said.
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He noted that despite the challenging circumstances, the authorities demonstrated their commitment to adhere to the Constitution and honour Lebanon’s democratic traditions, the statement added. It stressed that the UN chief looks forward to the swift formation of an inclusive government that can finalize the agreement with the International Monetary Fund and accelerate the implementation of reforms necessary to set Lebanon on the path to recovery.
Mr. Guterres also said that the Secretary-General equally counts on the new Parliament to urgently adopt all legislation necessary to stabilize the economy and improve governance, the statement said
He called on Lebanon’s political leaders to work jointly with the best interest of Lebanon and the Lebanese people in mind.
UN chief reiterated that he continues to encourage measures to enhance women’s political participation and representation, including in the next government, according to the statement It added that the UN continues to support Lebanon and its sovereignty, stability, and political independence in accordance with relevant Security Council resolutions, the statement concluded.
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