Moscow, Dec 23 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani and Minister of Defense Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra met in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday to discuss a range of political, military, and economic issues of mutual interest, with particular emphasis on strategic cooperation in the military industries sector.
During the meeting, both sides reviewed ways to advance military and technical partnership in a manner that strengthens the defensive capabilities of the Syrian Arab Army and keeps pace with modern developments in military industries. Discussions focused on upgrading military equipment, transferring technical expertise and know-how, and expanding cooperation in research and development, contributing to the enhancement of Syria’s national defense system and supporting security and stability in Syria and the region.
On the political front, the two sides exchanged views on regional and international developments, underscoring the importance of continued political and diplomatic coordination between Damascus and Moscow in international forums. They reaffirmed the necessity of respecting international law and rejected all forms of external interference in the internal affairs of states.
Economically, the meeting addressed prospects for expanding economic and trade cooperation, including support for reconstruction projects, development of infrastructure sectors, and encouragement of investment in Syria. The talks also covered boosting trade exchange and facilitating partnerships in ways that positively impact the Syrian economy and contribute to improving living conditions.
President Putin reaffirmed Russia’s steadfast support for Syria, stressing the importance of preserving Syria’s unity, territorial integrity, and full sovereignty, and rejecting any projects aimed at partitioning the country or undermining its independent national decision. He also renewed Moscow’s condemnation of repeated Israeli violations of Syrian territory, describing them as a direct threat to regional security and stability.
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