Speaker of the Parliament Nabih Berri received the President and Director General of the Lebanese Regie for Tobacco, Engineer Nassif Seklaoui, along with Management Committee delegation comprising Dr. George Hobeika, Dr. Issam Salman and Dr. Mazen Abboud.
Following the meeting, Seklaoui stated, “Today we were honored to meet with H.E. Nabih Berri, where we reviewed the most prominent achievements and challenges that the Regie faces in light of the current situation. We listened to his directives on the necessity of providing our farmers, especially in the south, who are exposed daily to Israeli attacks, with all necessary support and care.”
He added, “The martyrdom of 10 tobacco farmers is not just a number, but a living embodiment and compelling evidence of the sacrifices still being made to preserve the seedlings of resilience.”
Seklaoui concluded, “We extend our greetings and respect to our fellow farmers who sow hope with their sweat and blood. We, at the Regie, are committed to translating His Excellency’s directives into concrete actions, emphasizing our continued support and providing everything possible to assist and aid our farmers in all regions.”