Cairo, February 24 (QNA) - HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi participated Tuesday in Cairo in a high-level preparatory meeting held within the framework of preparations for the upcoming international conference to support the Lebanese Army and Internal Security Forces of the sisterly Republic of Lebanon, scheduled to take place in Paris.

During the meeting, international positions were coordinated and the necessary outcomes were arranged in a manner that contributes to strengthening the capacity of Lebanese security institutions to carry out their duties in maintaining security and stability.

In his remarks, HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the State of Qatar's firm and supportive stance toward the Republic of Lebanon and its brotherly people, underscoring its commitment to supporting state institutions, foremost among them the Lebanese Army and Internal Security Forces, in a way that enhances stability, preserves Lebanon's sovereignty and unity, and contributes to creating conducive conditions for economic recovery and the consolidation of security.

His Excellency reiterated that Lebanon's stability constitutes a fundamental pillar for the stability of the entire region.

In this context, he noted that the State of Qatar has consistently supported the Lebanese Army as a pivotal national institution, including by supporting the salaries of its personnel over the past four years, providing fuel over the past three years, and extending other contributions aimed at enhancing its capabilities and enabling it to fulfill its national duties.

He further stressed the importance of concerted international and regional efforts to support Lebanon during this critical phase, in alignment with the aspirations of the brotherly Lebanese people for stability, development, and prosperity. (QNA)