The Follow-Up Committee emerging from the gathering of the 14 MPs held a meeting attended by MPs Fouad Makhzoumi, Ashraf Rifi, Imad Al-Hout, Bilal Al-Hashimi, Mohammad Suleiman, and Rami Fanj.

The participants discussed the upcoming presidential election, stressing the need to complete this constitutional milestone as soon as possible. They emphasized their commitment to the Constitution, the importance of upholding and implementing its provisions, and the need to ensure the regular functioning of state institutions and public facilities.

The participants also discussed preparing a package of proposals and draft laws addressing Lebanon’s economic and social conditions, in light of the unprecedented deterioration in both areas. They further stressed the need to establish a committee to follow up on development projects in the capital, Beirut, and across the various Lebanese regions.

The meeting also addressed the Beirut Port explosion file. The participants followed up on efforts to address emissions from the port silos and remove rubble and debris left by the explosion. They also emphasized the need to alleviate the suffering of the victims’ families and those affected by this disaster.

The attendees also discussed the condition of schools across the country and called for improvements, particularly following the collapse of a building’s ceiling at a school in Tripoli. They stressed the importance of following up on this matter through the parliamentary subcommittee responsible for public safety.

Finally, the participants reviewed the contacts held to date regarding the cases of detained Islamists and those detained in connection with the Khaldeh incidents. They agreed to continue pursuing the matter in order to ensure justice and safeguard civil peace.