Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil

01/09/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/09/2025 16:18

Presidential election in Lebanon

The Brazilian government congratulates the Lebanese people and government on the election, in a parliamentary vote held today, the 9th, of General Joseph Aoun as President of Lebanon. The choice comes after more than two years of presidential vacancy in the country.

The Brazilian government expresses confidence that overcoming this long period of presidential vacancy will contribute to addressing Lebanon's social, economic, and security challenges.

Brazil reaffirms its commitment to the continuous strengthening of the historic ties of cooperation and friendship with Lebanon.