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China keen to enhance cooperation with Lebanese army: ambassador
Xinhua
08 Jul 2021, 06:05 GMT+10
BEIRUT, July 7 (Xinhua) Newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Lebanon Qian Minjian said on Wednesday that China is keen to boost friendly ties with Lebanon and enhance cooperation between the armies of the two countries, a statement by the Chinese embassy in Lebanon said. Qian s remarks came during his meeting with the Lebanese Armed Forces Commander Joseph Aoun. Hailing the Lebanese army s positive role in maintaining state security, territorial integrity, and social stability, Qian appreciated Aoun s consistent support for China. China s peacekeeping forces in Lebanon have always carried out duties with full responsibility to safeguard the security and stability of southern Lebanon and the region, said the Chinese ambassador, stressing that China will continue to support Lebanon in safeguarding sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
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