BEIRUT, Nov. 30 (Xinhua) -- The Arab League assistant secretary general said that Arab funds are ready to help Lebanon once the political crisis in the country is over, local media reported on Saturday.
"Lebanese officials must accelerate the formation of a new government because any economic support is not possible without a new cabinet supported by the Lebanese people," Hossam Zaki was quoted as saying by Elnashra, an online independent newspaper.
Zaki said that the Arab League may hold an exceptional economic meeting soon.
Zaki arrived in Lebanon on Thursday to meet with Lebanese officials and explore how the Arab League can support Lebanon in overcoming its current crisis.
Lebanon has been witnessing nationwide protests for over 40 days, which led to the resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri's government.
Lebanese president has failed so far to hold parliamentary consultations to name a new prime minister capable of forming a new government to deal with Lebanon's deteriorating economic and financial situation.
