Salam: Trump’s decision to operate U.S. flights to Beirut is an opportunity to revive the Lebanese economy

Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam:

"Many thanks to U.S. President Donald Trump for allowing American airlines to operate direct flights to Beirut, following his meeting with His Excellency President General Joseph Aoun.

I affirm the readiness of the Lebanese government to keep pace with all the executive and technical measures required to put this decision into effect as quickly as possible.

This step represents an important opportunity to boost travel and communication between Lebanon and the United States, and to support the Lebanese economy."