Istanbul:Finance Minister Yassine Jaber, representing President Joseph Aoun at the 17th Bosphorus Summit in Istanbul, delivered a message emphasizing the need for full state sovereignty, institutional reform, and sustainable economic recovery to achieve lasting stability in Lebanon.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, Aoun reaffirmed Lebanon's commitment to strengthening its institutions and army, implementing UN Resolution 1701, and securing Israel's complete withdrawal from Lebanese territory. He highlighted that resilience alone is not a substitute for effective governance, given Lebanon's crises since 2019.

Aoun's message outlined reforms focusing on banking restructuring, protecting depositors' rights, and modernizing tax and customs systems. These efforts aim to enhance transparency and combat corruption. He also stressed that reconstruction must generate employment, encourage investment, and restore citizens' confidence in their future.

Furthermore, Aoun praised Turkey's support for Lebanon and called for expanded cooperation in trade, infrastructure, investment, and reconstruction. The message conveyed appreciation for Turkey's contributions to peacekeeping in South Lebanon and underscored the importance of building partnerships suited to the evolving global landscape.