by Daily Star Lebanon - BEIRUT: Prime Minister Saad Hariri Friday launched a promotional offer for mobile users who are university students in Lebanon. Hariri said in speech during a ceremony at the Grand Serail that the Lebanese state stands by its youth. “This is a vital and practical matter. Students who conduct research are in dire need to connect,” he said. Both mobile telecoms operators, Alfa and touch, announced a discounted offer for university students offering discounted rates for mobile data bundles, including text messages and data. “Having a faster internet connection is a top priority in this country,” Hariri said, thanking the mobile network operators and promising to achieve more. “It is our duty ... to work for your benefit, because at the end we are here for you,” Hariri said. The ceremony was also attended by Telecommunications Minister Jamal Jarrah. © Copyright The Daily Star 2017.