Riyadh (TDI): Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed ways to support the security and stability of Syria during interim President Ahmed Al-Sharaa’s first foreign visit since taking office.
The leaders discussed aspects of ties between their nations and opportunities to enhance them in different fields.
They also reviewed developments on regional level and efforts to address them.
The crown prince congratulated Al-Sharaa on his recent appointment and wished him success in fulfilling the hopes and aspirations of the Syrian people.
After the meeting, the interim president said Saudi Arabia was committed to supporting his nation.
“We held a detailed meeting during which we felt and heard a genuine desire to support Syria in building its future,” Al-Sharaa stated in a statement on Telegram.
Military commanders appointed Al-Sharaa as interim president weeks after militant forces toppled Assad government and overran Damascus.
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Last month, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, visited Damascus and held meetings with Syrian authorities.
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During the visit, he said the Kingdom was engaged in talks with the US and European partners to help lift economic sanctions imposed on Syria that have left the country’s economy decimated.
