Prime Minister Najib Mikati met on Friday with Italian Defense Minister Lorenzo Guerini.
During the meeting, Mikati reiterated Lebanon's commitment to UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and all relevant international resolutions.
He stressed his determination to overcome all obstacles to reconvene the government and complete the steps to put Lebanon on the path of recovery.
From his end, the Italian minister affirmed his country's support for the work of the Lebanese Prime Minister and the efforts made to carry out the required reforms to address the situation in Lebanon.
He considered that Lebanon can entirely rely on Italy’s support in the negotiations with the International Monetary Fund and other relevant international institutions.
He also stressed his full support for the Lebanese army.