Lebanon's new PM sees positive atmosphere in cabinet formation talks

18/1/2025 6:26

Lebanese Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam said on Friday the formation of a new government would not be delayed, indicating a very positive atmosphere in discussions over its composition.



Salam was nominated by a majority of lawmakers on Monday to form the new government, although he did not win the backing of the Shi'ite parties Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, led by Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.



"The atmosphere is more than positive among all the blocs and today from Speaker Berri," Salam said, speaking to reporters after a meeting with President Joseph Aoun, who was elected by parliament on Jan. 9.



Berri, a close Hezbollah ally, said on Friday he held a "promising meeting" with Salam.