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Lebanese General Security 81st anniversary

Overview

During the 81st anniversary of the Lebanese General Security, Director General Major General Hassan Chaker emphasized the institution’s expanded role in combating terrorism, organized crime, smuggling, and cybercrime, while maintaining border vigilance.

President Joseph Aoun supported the agency, describing it as a “vital pillar of stability” despite Lebanon’s economic and social challenges. The President highlighted the agency’s modernization efforts, such as the development of electronic platforms and biometric passports. He also addressed political and media pressures regarding recruitment exam controversies, urging personnel to resist clientelism and maintain merit-based standards in the face of sectarian or regional interests.

Entities

General Security · Joseph Aoun · Hassan Chaker · Lebanon · Lebanese General Security

Timeline

  1. 14 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Lebanon's President supports General Security during 81st anniversary

    Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed support for General Security Director Hassan Chaker, praising institutional modernization and urging staff to resist political pressure and media campaigns regarding job

  2. 16 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Lebanese General Security marks 81st anniversary

    On the 81st anniversary of Lebanon's General Security, officials called for border vigilance and praised the institution's role in maintaining stability despite national economic challenges.

Sources

almanar.com.lb · cbnlb.com · ch23.com · dailynewslb.com · nabatieh.org