France, US, Syria Renew Supporting Political Shift
(MENAFN) France, the US, and Syria on Friday reiterated their dedication to a political shift in the Middle Eastern nation, along with preserving its territorial unity and ensuring regional security.
Following senior-level trilateral discussions held in Paris, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot convened with his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shaibani and US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack “within the framework of our close cooperation on Syria,” according to a statement released by the French Foreign Ministry.
Labeling the meeting as “very frank and productive,” the three delegations highlighted the pressing need for reducing tensions and reviving diplomatic momentum.
“In the spirit of dialogue and de-escalation, the United States, France, and Syria agreed on the need: to engage quickly on substantial efforts to ensure the success of Syria’s transition and the unity, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Syria,” the statement read.
The representatives also stressed their united stance in combating extremism.
“To reinforce our cooperation on the shared fight against terrorism in all forms and strengthen the capacities of the Syrian government to deal with security challenges through institutions of the state,” it said.
Regarding internal reconciliation in Syria, the countries voiced their backing of grassroots peace initiatives.
“To support the Syrian government’s political transition efforts aimed at national reconciliation and cohesion, especially in northeastern Syria and Suwayda,” the statement added.
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