Czech-Lebanon Friendship Week

Within the framework of the "Czech-Lebanon Friendship Week", several journalists from the Czech Republic accompanied by the Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Lebanon, Mr. Ivan Korcak, Mrs. Viviane Boulos-Tolan, major shareholder of Platinum International, and staff from Platinum held several meetings with Lebanese officials. 

The first meeting took place with His Excellency Fouad Siniora, Minister of Finance. The TV crew and journalists from the Czech Republic were able to ask several questions regarding the financial current sector of Lebanon. 

While meeting with His Excellency Ghazi Al Areedi, Minister of Information, the journalists were able to discuss the controversial issue regarding the closing of Télé Liban, as well as Lebanese censorship laws and the problem of illegal cable.

His Excellency Dr. Karam Kaam, Minister of Tourism, was more than happy to welcome the journalists. He discussed the problem of Czech nationals getting visas to enter Lebanon.