DOHA: President Michel Aoun of the sisterly Lebanese Republic met yesterday with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Lebanon, Ali bin Hamad Al Marri, on the occasion of the end his term of office.

The Lebanese President presented  the Ambassador with  the National Decoration of the Cedar, Grade of Great Officer,  which is the highest award granted by the Republic of Lebanon to personalities other than presidents.

President  Aoun praised the role played by the Ambassador to develop relations and cooperation between the two countries during his term of office and wished him success in his new duties.

For his part, Ambassador Al Marri thanked the Lebanese President and his government for their excellent facilities for the performance of his duties during his tenure.