Syria has welcomed the U.S. Senate’s adoption of a provision within the budget bill calling for the repeal of the so-called “Caesar Act,” which was imposed on the former regime due to its crimes.
The Syrian government affirmed that the continued enforcement of the act after the deposed regime has caused severe humanitarian and economic repercussions for the Syrian people and negatively impacted civilian life across various sectors.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expressed, in a statement Friday, Syria’s appreciation for this responsible approach and extended its gratitude to the American legislative circles that recognized the importance of reassessing previous policies.
The ministry affirmed that this decision represents a constructive step toward correcting the course of bilateral relations with the United States, contributing to regional security and stability, and opening the door to promising opportunities for humanitarian and economic cooperation.
It noted that Syria looks forward to continuing constructive engagement and positive coordination with the U.S. Congress and government to complete the necessary steps for the full repeal of the Caesar Act.
The ministry described this shift as a strategically significant development, reflecting a qualitative change in the international community’s approach to the Syrian file. It paves the way for national recovery efforts, reconstruction, and economic revitalization, while also fostering a climate of trust and laying the foundation for a more stable and cooperative phase at both the regional and international levels.
