Washington, SANA – US President Donald J. Trump signed on Monday a historic Executive Order terminating the Syria sanctions program to support the Syria’s path to stability and peace.
The White House stated on its official website that the Order removes sanctions on Syria while maintaining sanctions on Bashar al-Assad, his associates, human rights abusers, drug traffickers, persons linked to chemical weapons activities, ISIS or its affiliates, and Iranian proxies.
The Order directs the Secretary of State to evaluate suspending sanctions, either in whole or in part if specific criteria are met, under the Caesar Act, a law that sanctions the Assad regime for atrocities.
The Order permits the relaxation of export controls on certain goods and waives restrictions on certain foreign assistance to Syria.
The Order directs the Secretary of State to review Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism.
The Order directs the Secretary of State to explore avenues for sanctions relief at the United Nations to support stability in Syria.
That White House added that President Trump is committed to supporting a Syria that is stable, unified, and at peace with itself and its neighbors. And that Trump wants Syria to succeed—but not at the expense of U.S. interests. While seeking to reengage constructively, this Administration will continue to guard against all threats and monitor progress on key priorities.
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