Salam says he is reaching out across the political spectrum in nod to Hezbollah, which opposed his nomination.

Lebanese Prime Minister-deisgnate Nawaf Salam has called for a new chapter in Lebanon "rooted in justice, security, progress and opportunities" in his maiden speech. Mr Salam said his "hands are extended to everyone" and that he is opposed "to exclusion",

The selection of Mr. Salam was seen as a blow to Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group and political party that has acted as the real power in Lebanon for decades.