Prime Minister Saad Hariri said on Monday the UAE has always played an important role in Lebanon’s economy and has been the main supporter of Lebanon in International forums.
“The UAE stood by Lebanon during its difficult days,” Hariri said during the opening of the Lebanese-UAE Investment Conference in Abu Dhabi.
"We are here today to strengthen cooperation with the UAE by creating key partnerships between the Lebanese private sector and the UAE private sector,” he added.
Hariri also pointed out that the UAE has welcomed Lebanese youth and contributed in the financial and social stability.
On another note, Hariri stressed that all required reforms by the Cedre Conference will be made.
This as Hariri held a meeting with Emirati Economy Minister Sultan bin Saeed al-Mansouri before the opening of the conference.