Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam vowed on Friday to reclaim “every inch” of occupied territory and push forward economic recovery efforts, in a message marking Labour Day.
In a statement posted on X by the prime minister’s office, Salam addressed workers across Lebanon, acknowledging the hardships many face amid a prolonged economic crisis.
“I understand the extent of the suffering many of you are experiencing, from job losses and declining purchasing power to daily pressures weighing heavily on you,” he said.
Salam pledged that the government would continue working to improve living conditions, restore occupied land, and press ahead with reforms.
“We will continue serious work to improve your living conditions, restore every inch of our occupied land, and advance reform efforts and economic recovery,” he said.
Since 2019, Lebanon has been experiencing a financial collapse described by the World Bank as one of the worst in modern history. The Lebanese pound has lost more than 98 percent of its value, weakening from about 1,500 to around 90,000 to the dollar.
Salam added that the government aims to create new job opportunities, restore stability, and place the country on a path towards “real recovery.”
