Tripoli's Municipality Head, Dr. Riad Yamak, on Tuesday welcomed EU Ambassador to Lebanon, Sandra de Waele, at the municipal palace, accompanied by EU officials and members of the municipal council. The meeting focused on ongoing and future cooperation, discussing projects implemented in Tripoli and the challenges facing municipal work amidst Lebanon's crisis. Yamak emphasized the need for developmental projects, particularly the rehabilitation of the Abu Ali River area, highlighting Tripoli's cultural and touristic value. The discussion also addressed the city's education crisis, with high dropout rates and growing dependence on public schools. In turn, Ambassador de Waele reaffirmed the EU's commitment to supporting education infrastructure in Tripoli. Source: National news agency - Lebanon
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