Saudi Arabia on Tuesday welcomed the convening of Syria’s national dialogue conference, expressing hope that it would help fulfill the aspirations of the Syrian people and strengthen national unity.
In a statement carried by state news agency SPA, the Saudi foreign ministry emphasized the Kingdom’s support for rebuilding Syrian state institutions and achieving stability and prosperity for its citizens. The statement also reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s “steadfast position in support of Syria’s security, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.”
The conference, held Tuesday in Damascus, called for transitional justice, freedom, and a state monopoly on arms to be key pillars of Syria’s reconstruction after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad.
Speaking at the conference, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa declared that the country had entered a “new historic phase” after more than a decade of civil war.
The closing statement, expected to be advisory rather than binding, outlined 18 points to serve as the foundation for reforming state institutions. These points addressed political life, economy, defense policy and rights.
Earlier this month, al-Sharaa visited Saudi Arabia and met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Following the meeting, al-Sharaa said the Kingdom had a “genuine desire” to support Syria’s recovery.
