Sleiman opposes March 8 demand for veto power
BEIRUT: President Michel Sleiman voiced in remarks published Wednesday his opposition to March 8 demands for veto power in the new Cabinet to be formed by Prime Minister-designate Tammam Salam.
Speaking to An-Nahar newspaper, Sleiman "rejected the demands for a blocking third but had reservations over the rotation of ministerial portfolios."
On Wednesday, the Beirut lawmaker briefed Sleiman on his recent consultations with the various political groups with regard to the Cabinet lineup.