President Michel Suleiman is expected to make a speech on Saturday during the unveiling of the busts of the 12 Lebanese presidents that have ruled the country since its independence in 1943, reported al-Joumhouria newspaper on Saturday.

The daily said that the president will retain the “firm tone” that marked his recent speeches.

He is set to reaffirm Lebanese values and suggest ways to overcome pending obstacles and upcoming events in the country, especially the presidential election, which is set for spring 2014. [Link]