The message of congratulations reads, in part:
"I am convinced that in this high post you will advance the cause that your father initiated, making a real contribution to ensuring the national accord, independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Lebanon, which is clearly in line with the interests of your country's people, as well as to peace and stability in the Middle East.
"I would like to reaffirm our willingness to interact with you to develop multi-faceted Russian-Lebanese cooperation."