In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs considered the decision an important step forward that helps alleviate the burden on the Syrian people and paves the way for a new stage of recovery and stability.

The statement expressed Damascus’s gratitude and appreciation to the United States, as well as to brotherly Arab countries and other friends who, through their positions and diplomatic efforts, supported the efforts to end these sanctions, for the sake of regional stability and respect for the sovereignty and unity of the Syrian Arab Republic.

The statement also highlighted appreciation for the Syrian people, both within and outside the country, who continued to defend their homeland’s right to a dignified life and helped to bring the suffering of its citizens and their legitimate demands to light in various international forums.

According to the statement, Syria considers this measure a starting point for the reconstruction and development phase and urged all Syrians, both within the country and abroad, to join the recovery efforts.

It also reiterated its call to investors from brotherly and friendly countries, as well as Syrian businesspeople, to explore the available opportunities and participate in the reconstruction process.

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