During a visit to the Central Bank (BDL) on Thursday morning, President Joseph Aoun called on Central Bank Governor Karim Souhaid and the bank’s deputy governors to fully shoulder their responsibilities in reviving Lebanon’s struggling financial sector.
“You bear the heavy responsibility of restoring the confidence of the Lebanese people and international partners in the country’s banking system,” President Aoun stated.
He also emphasized the urgent need to protect the national currency and ensure transparent management free from political interference.
“We are committed to preserving the independence and integrity of the Central Bank and protecting it from any form of interference”, declared Karim Souhaid. He also added that he would “act accordingly to the law to defend Lebanon's interests”.
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