‘Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future’, says UN chief Guterres
January 18, 2025
Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday, but warned that the country’s recovery from years of crisis will require sustained international support and commitment from all Lebanese stakeholders.
“Lebanon has faced immense challenges in recent years, including political instability, economic collapse, and the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,” Guterres said in a statement. “But despite these challenges, I believe that Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future.”
Guterres pointed to the country’s recent presidential election, which he said was “a significant step forward” in Lebanon’s political process. He also praised the Lebanese people for their resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
“The Lebanese people have shown great resilience and determination in the face of adversity,” Guterres said. “They have a strong desire for peace, stability, and prosperity, and they deserve the support of the international community in achieving these goals.”
Guterres said that the United Nations will continue to support Lebanon in its recovery, and called on other international partners to do the same.
“The United Nations will continue to stand with Lebanon in its recovery,” Guterres said. “We will continue to provide humanitarian assistance, support economic development, and promote peace and stability. We call on all international partners to join us in supporting Lebanon in its time of need.”
Guterres’ statement came as Lebanon prepares to mark the one-year anniversary of the devastating Beirut port explosion, which killed more than 200 people and injured thousands more. The explosion compounded Lebanon’s already dire economic and political crisis, and the country is still struggling to recover.
Going forward, Lebanon will need sustained international support and commitment from all Lebanese stakeholders in order to achieve a more hopeful future.
‘Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future’, says UN chief Guterres
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