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Bou Saab Meets French Delegation to Discuss Economic Recovery and Legislative Reforms

June 8, 2026
Lebanon economic recovery
Lebanon economic recovery

Deputy Speaker Elias Bou Saab held talks with a French economic delegation at parliament today, focusing on the country's economic recovery efforts and legislative requirements.

The delegation included Jacques Dolagogue, economic advisor to the French President's Special Envoy, French Ambassador to Lebanon Hervé Magro, Vincent Deidry, the financial advisor for the Near East Region, and Kenza Wazzani, the economic attaché. Representative Alain Aoun also attended the gathering.

The discussion centered on reform legislation tied to the economic recovery plan and negotiations with the International Monetary Fund. Participants emphasized the critical need to pass legislation that aligns with the recovery roadmap's requirements.

The session continued over a working lunch that included Finance Minister Yassin Jaber and Economy and Trade Minister Dr. Amer Basat. Those present underscored the importance of strengthening coordination and collaborative efforts to facilitate the effective execution of the financial and economic recovery initiatives.

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