Hariri, Jumblat Stress Need to Preserve Taef ِAccord, Coexistence

Progressive Socialist Party leader MP Walid Jumblat on Tuesday held talks with former prime minister Saad Hariri at the latter's residence in the French capital Paris, Hariri's office announced.

The two leaders “discussed the regional situation in all its aspects and the challenges Lebanon is facing,” according to a statement issued by Hariri's office.

Jumblat and Hariri “stressed the need to preserve the Taef constitution and religious coexistence in Lebanon which provide protection for national unity and stability in the face of these challenges.”

They also discussed “the various proposals on the electoral law and the stances of all parties and agreed to continue consultations over this issue in a manner that serves the interests of Lebanon and the Lebanese.”

Jumblat discussed with French President Francois Hollande on Monday “the importance of preserving stability in Lebanon and safeguarding the country from Syria's conflict.”

Hariri met with Phalange Party leader Amin Gemayel on Monday. “Efforts are currently being exerted to achieve true partnership while preserving the March 14 (alliance) and the national interest,” Gemayel told An Nahar daily in remarks published on Tuesday.