ALGIERS - Lebanese political and economic figures have expressed their appreciation for President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's decision to promptly provide Lebanon with fuel oil to ensure the operation of power plants, highlighting the strong and enduring fraternal and historic ties between the two countries and their people.
Georges Bouchikian, the Lebanese Minister of Industry, praised the altruistic decision of the Algerian government to assist Lebanon by immediately supplying fuel oil, emphasizing the solidarity and generosity shown by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the government, and the people of Algeria. The gesture was communicated to Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati by Algerian Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui to help Lebanon navigate through this challenging period.
“Algeria once again demonstrates its unwavering support for Lebanon. We, the Lebanese, are truly grateful for this act of genuine fraternity. The invaluable assistance provided during this critical time of need for fuel oil to power our nation's electricity plants will always be remembered. Our heartfelt thanks go out to Algeria,” he stated in a message reported by the Lebanese National News Agency (ANI).
Walid Fayad, Lebanon's Minister of Energy and Hydraulic Resources, welcomed Algeria's swift action in sending fuel oil to restore the country's electricity supply, acknowledging Algeria's consistent support during Lebanon's crises.
Qablan Qablan, a member of the governing body of the “Amal” movement, expressed gratitude on social media, praising Algeria for extending a helping hand to Lebanon during its time of crisis, emphasizing the priority given to fraternity over personal interests by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Algerian government, and the people.
Wissam Aris, President of the Algerian-Lebanese Business Council, conveyed his appreciation in a press release for Algeria's decision to supply fuel oil to Lebanon in response to the electricity crisis, underscoring the deep bond and commitment Algeria has shown towards Lebanon over the years.
Mohamad Choucair, President of economic organizations and head of the “All for Beirut” rally, expressed profound gratitude to Algeria and President Abdelmadjid Tebboune for the immediate assistance in providing fuel oil to overcome the electricity crisis in Lebanon, emphasizing the enduring and strong fraternal and historic relations between the two nations and their people.
“Algeria's longstanding and ongoing support for Lebanon is truly remarkable and highly valued by all Lebanese citizens, reflecting the robust and profound ties between our countries and people. We are dedicated to enhancing and advancing these relations further. Once again, our heartfelt thanks go to Algeria,” he remarked.
During a telephone conversation on Sunday, Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui informed Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati on behalf of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune about the decision to immediately supply Lebanon with fuel oil to ensure the operation of power plants. This comes after Electricité du Liban (EDL) announced on Saturday the depletion of fuel oil reserves in its power plants, leading to a complete halt in electricity production until new supplies are secured.
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