Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Lebanon Walid al-Bukhari said he hoped the Lebanese would prioritize national interests to restore stability in the country. Following a meeting with Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rai on Friday in Bkerki, the Saudi ambassador stressed that discussions were underway to resolve the reasons that forced the Kingdom to halt Lebanese imports. Al-Bukhari underlined the importance of “putting the interests of Lebanon above all personal considerations that prevent finding effective solutions to restore stability, security and prosperity to the country.” He also valued the role of the Patriarch and his “tireless efforts for the sake of Lebanon.” For his part, Al-Rai called for the need to maintain good relations with Saudi Arabia and wished that the Kingdom would review its decision to halt the import of agricultural products from Lebanon. The Saudi ambassador replied by saying that efforts were underway to overcome the reasons that led to this decision, expressing hope that the matter would be quickly resolved.