Syrian FM visits China, pledges ‘counterterrorism’ cooperation
Summary
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani visited China to discuss cooperation on security and "counterterrorism" efforts. During his visit, he affirmed Syria’s commitment to preventing actions on its territory that could harm Chinese interests and supported the one China policy. The visit is part of Syria's effort to rebuild international relations after the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad.Key Facts
- Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi agreed to work together on security and "counterterrorism."
- Syria promised China that its land would not be used for actions against Chinese interests.
- The Syrian government denied plans to hand over Uighur fighters to China.
- Al-Shaibani supported the one China principle, establishing formal ties with China rather than Taiwan.
- China views the Golan Heights as Syrian territory, despite its occupation by Israel since 1967.
- Syria and China expressed interest in working together on economic development and reconstruction in Syria.
- Syria is working to rebuild diplomatic ties globally, including securing Western sanction relief and Gulf investments.
- President Ahmed al-Sharaa recently visited the White House, and Syria joined a U.S.-led coalition against ISIL.
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