Macron Visits Syria as Al Sharaa Unveils Reconstruction Agreements - Business Today Middle East
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at Damascus International Airport, beginning his official visit to SyriaFrench President Emmanuel Macronarrived in Syria today on an official visit, becoming the first. . .
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at Damascus International Airport, beginning his official visit to SyriaFrench President Emmanuel Macronarrived in Syria today on an official visit, becoming the first French president to visit the country since 2009. The trip marks a significant step towards strengthening bilateral relations based on mutual respect and equal partnership. French President Emmanuel Macron is welcomed by Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al Shaibani upon his arrival at Damascus International Airport. Macronwas welcomed at Damascus International Airport by Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al Shaibani. In a post on X, the French president reaffirmed France’s commitment to supporting the Syrian people in building a united, sovereign and peaceful nation, describing the visit as the beginning of a new chapter focused on stability. Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa and French President Emmanuel Macron during their meeting in Damascus as part of Macron’s official visit to SyriaSyrian PresidentAhmed Al Sharaadescribed Macron’s visit as a milestone in relations between the two countries. Speaking in an interview with French television channel BFMTV, he praised France’s role in supporting the lifting of sanctions and helping Syria re-engage with the international community. Al Sharaa said Syria and France are expected to sign agreements that will pave the way for French participation in the country’s reconstruction, particularly in the infrastructure and financial sectors. He noted that Syria is seeking advanced French technologies to help rebuild and strengthen state institutions. The Syrian president also said the government has made significant progress in addressing security challenges, including dismantling drug production and trafficking networks. He added that Syria continues to advance efforts to restore its institutions and expand constructive relations with the international community.