On Saturday, the Bsharri Association visited the Lebanese Embassy in Canberra, Australia, led by its president, Mr. Pierre Sokar. The delegation included a prominent group of board members and several residents of Bsharri, and the atmosphere of the visit was marked by warmth and camaraderie.

This visit served as a special occasion for introductions and conversations, where members of the Bsharri community expressed their pride and deep connection to their roots and identity. They emphasized their commitment to portraying an authentic image of their city and homeland in the diaspora. The delegation wished Ambassador Mirna Khoury success in her new role.

The ambassador received heartfelt affection from those present, as her genuine demeanor, humility, and sincere interest in the community members made the meeting feel warm and personal, fostering a spirit of trust and connection.

In response, she expressed her appreciation for the visit, commending the vital role the Bsharri Association plays in uniting the city’s residents and enhancing bonds of love and solidarity among them, while preserving Lebanese heritage and identity.

At the end of the visit, Mr. Pierre Sokar presented commemorative gifts on behalf of the delegation as a token of love and appreciation, reflecting the deep sense of belonging and the genuine feelings that connect the people of Bsharri to their homeland and its representatives.

The meeting radiated a sense of closeness and unity, embodying the spirit of the Bsharri community wherever they are, a spirit that remains rooted like their cedars, steadfast in their belonging, and shining in their presence.