Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma will travel to Paris, France, October 23-25 to participate in the International Conference in Support of Lebanon’s People and Sovereignty hosted by the Government of France. Deputy Secretary Verma will meet with partner states, as well as representatives of international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector, to discuss the need to reach a diplomatic resolution that will enable civilians on both sides of the Blue Line to return home. Deputy Secretary Verma will also discuss the importance of providing humanitarian assistance to the Lebanese people and supporting Lebanese state institutions, including the Lebanese Armed Forces.
