Emile Lahoud

Emile Lahoud is a Lebanese politician who served as the President of Lebanon from 1998 to 2007. His presidency was marked by significant political tension and controversy, particularly regarding the Syrian influence in Lebanon during that period. Lahoud was a military officer before entering politics and held various positions in the Lebanese government. He was awarded the Ouissam du Grand Cordon of merit national by Princess Lalla Meryem during her visit to Lebanon in 2001.