# Translation The request by Republic President Joseph Aoun to the Economic, Social and Environmental Council to activate its role and presence has raised interest and questions. Is this a new phase, or does he have data and circumstances that prompted him to wish for the activation of the Council's work, which is a product of the Taif Accord, without overlooking the difficult conditions that may have led to limiting its presence like other institutions? What about the position of Council President Charbel Nahas, who is directly concerned with the matter?