He met his Egyptian counterpart Kamal Al-Janzouri, Foreign Minister Amr Moussa, and the head of the Arab League Dr. Issmat Abdel Majid. Hariri's discussions are focusing on the stalled Mideast peace process and also on improving economic ties in light of agreements signed between Lebanon and Egypt to step up trade and boost economic cooperation. Hariri arrived late yesterday in the Egyptian capital for a three-day official visit after a visit to Paris. The Lebanese Premier is expected to meet Wednesday Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak.
Discussions are to center on recent developments in the Arab world.
Moussa noted the strong historical relations between Cairo and Beirut. He also reiterated the two countries pursue many common interests. Moussa also told reporters his meeting with Hariri tackled the Wye River Accord recently signed between the Israelis and the Palestinians. The Egyptian Foreign Minister said Israeli policy is not directed towards peace and does not respect signed agreements. He added the implementation of the Wye Agreement would determine future steps in the Mideast peace process.