First of all, I am very glad that in my new capacity as the Special Coordinator for Lebanon, I had the opportunity to brief the Security Council about my activities but notably about the country, about Lebanon. I spoke about opportunities and some risks as well.

I am very grateful that His Excellency the Prime Minister is giving me his time frequently and regularly. This is very important as well due to my forthcoming meeting with the Security Council of the United Nations next week in New York.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jan Kubis paid tribute today to the efforts, sacrifices and achievements made by women in different fields in Lebanon and encouraged more inclusion of women in decision-making positions.