US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he has nominated Michel Issa to be the US Ambassador to Lebanon. Michel Issa is a Lebanese-American businessman born in Bsous, Aley, who spent his early years in Beirut before relocating to France and later the US. Issa is also said to be Trump’s golfing partner.

Here’s what Trump said about Issa:

“I am proud to appoint Michel Issa as our United States Ambassador to Lebanon. Michel is an outstanding businessman, a financial expert, and a leader with a remarkable career in banking, entrepreneurship, and international trade. I have no doubt that he will serve our country with honor and distinction. Congratulations, Michel!”

I tried looking for pictures of Issa in the news, but many outlets seem to have confused him with IPT’s Michel Issa. Until we get an official portrait, I believe this is him golfing with Trump.

Here’s another picture of him shared by LBCI on their website.