Policy Statement Likely This Week, Berri 'Ready to Convene Parliament Sunday'

A ministerial committee tasked with drafting the new government’s policy statement is expected to put the finishing touches on Wednesday, media reports said.

Asharq al-Awsat newspaper said the statement will be concise yet condensed and will focus on the economic and social issues.

Informed sources told the daily that the committee’s session on Wednesday is expected to be the last and that the government is expected to approve the statement on Thursday or Friday.

“A parliament session will be scheduled for the beginning of the week to discuss the statement and it has become certain that the legislature will grant the government its confidence,” the sources said.

The sources added that Speaker Nabih Berri has expressed his willingness to convene parliament as soon as possible, even on Sunday.