وزير الخارجية: ولي العهد وجّه بتقديم كل الدعم والإسناد إلى سورية

The Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan confirmed yesterday (Saturday) that the Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman has directed the provision of all forms of support and assistance to Syria, clarifying that Saudi Arabia will support the Syrians in building their homeland.

Prince Faisal bin Farhan said: “Saudi Arabia is keen on Syria’s sovereignty and independence, and will remain at the forefront of countries standing by Syria,” adding: “Our efforts to lift sanctions on Syria are a confirmation of the bonds of brotherhood.”

The Foreign Minister pointed out that the Kingdom will provide joint support with Qatar for public sector workers in Syria, explaining that the Syrians have an opportunity to build their homeland and that Saudi Arabia will stand with them.

Prince Faisal bin Farhan, who is on an official visit to Damascus, praised the lifting of sanctions on Syria, explaining that Saudi Arabia wants to see Syria in its natural position and status.

The Foreign Minister clarified that his country is interested in enhancing partnership with Damascus and establishing stability, explaining, in the context of a press conference with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shabani, that he discussed with Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara opportunities to enhance cooperation.

He indicated that his country continues to support the “new Syria,” emphasizing: “Our contribution to lifting sanctions is a confirmation of standing by our brother, and we will continue to do so in support of the new Syria and its people.” The Syrian news agency “SANA” quoted Prince Faisal bin Farhan as saying: “Lifting sanctions will contribute to boosting the economy and will positively reflect on the Syrian people and improve their living conditions,” adding: “Syria has many opportunities, and the Syrian people are capable of creativity and achievement and building their homeland, and we are with them in that.”

Prince Faisal mentioned that he reviewed opportunities to enhance bilateral cooperation that reflects brotherly cooperation and looks forward to strengthening the partnership between the two countries, announcing that Saudi delegations in the fields of energy, agriculture, information technology, and others will visit Damascus later.

For his part, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shabani praised Saudi Arabia’s role in supporting Syria, both the people and leadership, noting that the priority of the Syrian government is to rebuild the country’s economy and the return of competencies.

He pointed out that cooperation in the field of investment with Saudi Arabia will create job opportunities in Syria, indicating that he discussed with Prince Faisal bin Farhan many topics, especially in the fields of economy and energy.

Al-Shabani expressed his gratitude to the Kingdom for its support of Syria since the moment of liberation, especially in lifting sanctions. He clarified that lifting sanctions is just the beginning, and his country has taken serious steps to provide services to citizens, having signed an agreement two days ago with international companies to secure the gas necessary for generating electricity.

Al-Shabani said: “Our choice in Syria is economic sovereignty, and the strength of our partnership with Saudi Arabia lies in our common interests,” explaining that the reconstruction of Syria will not be imposed from abroad, but rather by the Syrian people, and we welcome any contribution in this regard.