France is delighted that a president has been elected in Lebanon, following the parliamentary session of 9 January. It offers its warm congratulations to Mr Joseph Aoun. It wishes him every success in carrying out his mission, which commits him at a historic, crucial moment for Lebanon's future. This election ends two years that have weakened Lebanon, when the presidency has been vacant, and opens a new chapter for the Lebanese people. It must provide grounds for hope for them and all (…)