UNDP official urges urgent int’l support for Lebanon’s stability, recovery. Xu Haoliang, also undersecretary-general of the UN, made the appeal during his two-day visit to Lebanon. He met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and traveled to southern Lebanon, engaging with local authorities and displaced residents. No specific timeline was provided for the implementation of UNDP’s recovery package for Lebanon. The package prioritises assistance for small businesses and initiatives to promote environmental sustainability and revitalise the agricultural sector. The road to recovery will be challenging, and the new government must act swiftly despite financial constraints, he said. The UN remains committed to working alongside the government, civil society, and international partners to support essential reforms, promote good governance, and drive recovery efforts, he added. He added that UNDP will continue collaborating with our partners on the ground to ensure inclusivity, leaving no one behind in Lebanon’s path toward stability and lasting peace.
