Syria’s Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa hailed President Ahmad al-Sharaa visit to New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly as a “historic milestone” marking Syria’s return to its natural position after years of isolation under the previous regime.
In an interview with Al-Arabiya Al-Hadath, al-Mustafa said that President al-Sharaa speech will carry multiple messages: foremost, that Syria has regained its natural role after an exceptional period, and secondly, that the international community now recognizes the leading regional role of the “new Syria.”
The minister noted that the speech will focus on two core pillars of Syrian policy-stability and economic development-both domestically and internationally. It will highlight Syria’s renewed role in fostering relations with its Arab and regional neighbors and establishing normal relations with countries worldwide.
The speech will provide an “accurate account of recent years, emphasizing that while international approaches failed to find a political solution, the Syrian people successfully defended and liberated their country” information minister added.
He clarified that the Syrian government aims to “garner international support for domestic stability” and address sanctions imposed due to the previous regime’s policies, which no longer have justification.
“Syria does not present itself as a country seeking aid or loans, but simply seeks to return to its normal position outside the exceptional situation,” al-Mustafa said, noting that lifting sanctions is essential for successful reconstruction and economic development.
The president’s New York agenda includes diplomatic and media meetings to promote Syria’s international openness, including participation in the “Concordia” summit and a dialogue with retired U.S. General David Petraeus—a notable encounter bringing together former adversaries at the same table.
al-Mustafa stressed that the “new Syria” is no longer defined by destruction and crises. Over the past nine months, President al-Sharaa policies have aimed to present a reformist and developmental path.
