President of the Republic, General Michel Aoun, on Friday received an invitation from his Turkish counterpart, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in his capacity as the Chairman of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), to attend the urgent Islamic Summit to be held in Istanbul next Wednesday to discuss the measures to be taken to preserve the sanctity of al-Quds and to express support for its people.

"President Aoun's participation in the Islamic summit will contribute to strengthening al-Quds cause," Erdogan said in a letter to President Aoun, following an announcement by US President Donald Trump recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

"The summit will work towards reaching a common position against the American decision, which we believe will only lead to chaos and instability in the region, not to mention torpedo the entire peace process," Erdogan's letter read.

On another level, Baabda Palace witnessed this afternoon a series of meetings touching on an array of political and diplomatic affairs.

In this framework, President Aoun welcomed MP Walid Khoury. The pair held a round of talks on the current political developments in light of the most recent incidents. They also discussed the needs of Jbeil region.

The President later welcomed a delegation representing the newly elected council of notaries public and wished them success in their duties. Aoun also highlighted the many responsibilities of a notary public and his/her role alongside the judiciary.

Lebanese inventor, Fouad Maksoud, who won the title of "best Arab inventor" in "Star Science" program, also had an audience with the President today.

Maksoud briefed the President on the details of his invention, which is one-of-a-kind nano-shielding textile machine.

Engineer Maqsood bestowed his invention upon President Aoun, thanking him for his support during the competition.

For his part, President Aoun congratulated Engineer Maksoud on his great achievement.

"The ability of the Lebanese to create, and their excellence and energies, must be combined in order to strengthen and improve the situation in Lebanon at all levels," the President said

Source: NNA