Phalange: Suspicious Tackling of Electricity Crisis Raises Questions over Future Handling of Oil File

The Phalange Party condemned on Monday the government’s handling of the electricity crisis in Lebanon, saying that it demonstrated that the concerned sides “showed a complete disregard for laws and international standards in dealing with the decision to lease power-generating vessels.”

It said after its weekly politburo meeting: “The suspicious handling of the crisis raises questions on how trustworthy these sides are in tackling the petroleum file.”

“We have also witnessed the lack of responsibility of the officials in the energy sector when it comes to handling the crisis because their personal gain comes into play in completing contracts with specialized international companies,” it continued.

Furthermore, the politburo highlighted the environmental threats posed by leasing power-generating ships, explaining that the anchoring of ships along the shore over a long period of time will negatively impact the environment.

“The Phalange Party will not hesitate in following up on this issue,” it stressed.

Addressing the Syrian crisis, the party warned of the possible repercussions the unrest may have on Lebanon.

It therefore called on the political authority and the army to take “strict measures” to protect Lebanon’s border and security of its people.

The party also announced that the party has formed consultative committees tasked with visiting various political allies in preparation for the 2013 parliamentary elections.