H.E Ilango Karuppannan had a meeting with H.E Mohamad Safadi, Minister of Economy and Trade of Lebanon on 25 November 2010 at the latter’s office. During the meeting, H.E Ilango Karuppannan expressed Malaysia’s utmost interest in expanding trade relations with Lebanon. He also took the opportunity to discuss ways to further strengthen the relations and cooperation in this sphere. In return, H.E Mohamad Safadi assured his full cooperation in rendering assistance for the benefit of the two countries.