NNA – Caretaker Minister of National Defense, Maurice Sleem, welcomed, at his ministry office on Tuesday, the Japanese Ambassador to Lebanon Masayuki Magoshi, who came on a protocol visit.
The pair reportedly discussed the latest developments and the bilateral relations.
During the meeting, the Japanese Ambassador voiced concerns about the latest developments at Lebanon#39;s southern border, stressing the importance of the country#39;s stability, given its impact on the overall situation in the Middle East.
He also reiterated Japan#39;s deep interest in bolstering ties with Lebanon in various fields.
For his part, Minister Sleem underlined that Israel#39;s acts are a flagrant violation of the international resolutions and a continuity of hostility against Lebanon#39;s sovereignty and rights.
He added that the army is fully assuming its duty to preserve the nation#39;s sovereignty and protect borders in collaboration with the UNIFIL.
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