Syria and Europe Thrive Despite Gas Supply Disruptions
The article discussed the outcomes of the recent visit by a number of Syrian and European officials. Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad Hassan Al Shiblani met with the European Union's High Representative, Kaja Kallas, to discuss the future of relations between Syria and the EU, including the resumption of political dialogue and the development of frameworks for economic cooperation and investment. Both sides confirmed that the European Union lifted seven entities from the sanctions lists in May 2026 and fully reactivated the cooperation agreement after a partial suspension since 2011, with efforts underway to prepare a new partnership agreement before the end of the first quarter of next year. Al Shiblani emphasized the need to lift sanctions imposed on state institutions and reiterated Syria's stance against the ongoing sanctions that hinder economic recovery. He also reaffirmed Syria's firm position on the occupied Golan Heights and the importance of respecting the 1974 disengagement agreement. For her part, Kaja Kallas stressed the importance of successful political transition in Syria, supporting efforts toward recovery and reconstruction, with the EU seeking to attract investments, strengthen partnership with Damascus, and work on a planned political dialogue before next summer. The meetings highlight ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral relations despite regional and international challenges, as part of initiatives to accelerate economic recovery and support peace and stability in Syria.
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