Al-Shaibani and Safadi Discuss Strengthening Syrian-Jordanian Relations
Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Jordan, Ayman Safadi, in the Jordanian city of Aqaba on Thursday. The discussions centered on ways to enhance and develop bilateral relations between the two nations across various sectors.
The meeting addressed files of mutual interest and the necessary steps to consolidate cooperation, aimed at serving the common interests of both nations. A significant portion of the talks focused on preparations for the third session of the Higher Coordination Council, which is scheduled to be hosted in the Syrian capital, Damascus, next month.
This council serves as a strategic framework for strengthening governmental coordination between Syria and Jordan. During the talks, the two sides reviewed the proposed agenda and discussed topics to be addressed at the upcoming meeting. The objective is to ensure that the session yields tangible results that contribute to the development of relations on both economic and political levels.
Beyond bilateral coordination, the two ministers discussed the latest developments in Syria and the broader region, examining the potential repercussions of these situations on both countries. Both parties emphasized the necessity of maintaining intensive political coordination and consultation during this current period to ensure regional stability and bolster the security of both nations. They underscored the importance of working together to address contemporary regional challenges in alignment with a shared vision for regional stability.
These discussions take place within the broader context of ongoing diplomatic openness between Syria and its neighboring countries. The meeting served to reaffirm the pivotal role of the Higher Coordination Council in advancing bilateral relations to new levels. The upcoming coordination summit in Damascus is expected to represent a key milestone in the trajectory of Syrian-Jordanian cooperation.
Source: Syria Focus Arabic
