Suleiman Congratulates Geagea on his Vision for 'Strong Republic'
President Michel Suleiman has telephoned Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea to congratulate him on the announcement of his candidacy for the presidential elections and his platform, the LF chief's press office said Thursday.
The terse statement said the phone conversation between Suleiman and Geagea took place on Wednesday night.
“Suleiman congratulated him on the announcement of his candidacy for the presidency and his presidential program, and lauded … its clear vision for a strong Republic,” it said.
Geagea announced on Wednesday his presidential program that focused on restoring the authority of the state against the proliferation of weapons during a time of regional unrest.
The LF chief also called for a state monopoly on the use of force, including confronting Israel.
He is the sole politician to have officially announced his candidacy for the polls, which are first scheduled to be held on April 23.
Speaker Nabih Berri called on MPs to meet next Wednesday, although the election is not expected to be an easy process amid a lack of agreement on a consensual candidate.
President Michel Suleiman's six-year tenure ends on May 25.
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