Local statement on Lebanon’s 80th Independence Day

Local statement on Lebanon’s 80th Independence Day

NNA - The Delegation of the European Union issues the following statement together with the Embassies of the EU Member States to Lebanon, present in Beirut:

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ldquo;On the occasion of Lebanonrsquo;s 80th Independence Day anniversary, we express our friendship and support to Lebanon and the Lebanese people.

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Lebanonrsquo;s Independence Day is taking place this year within a difficult regional context. The European Union urges all actors to show utmost restraint to avoid any further escalation.

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In this period of uncertainty, we encourage Lebanese decision-makers to set aside their differences and take long overdue decisions. This includes electing a President, forming a fully-functioning Government, and implementing necessary macroeconomic and financial reforms.

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More than ever, decisive leadership is needed. The EU firmly stands by Lebanon and its citizens in their aspirations for a brighter future. The time to act is now.rdquo; --- EU MEDIA OFFICE

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nbsp; Local statement on Lebanon’s 80th Independence Day