Syrian Leader Ahmad al-Sharaa Invites Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim to Damascus, Praises Qatar’s Support for Syrian People
Ahmad al-Sharaa, the Syrian interim leader, during a meeting with Qatar’s State Minister for
Foreign Affairs Mohammad al-Khulaifi, stated that Doha has consistently supported Syria through
its transitional phase, praising Qatar’s stance towards the Syrian people at all stages.
In his statements, al-Sharaa highlighted several key points:
- The Qatari side has remained steadfast in its support for the Syrian people throughout all phases.
- Qatar has shown full backing for Syria during its transitional period.
- A broad strategic cooperation with Qatar will commence in the near future.
- An invitation was extended to the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, to visit Syria.
- Relations between Doha and Damascus are expected to be even better than before.
- Qatar’s participation in the upcoming phase will be significant and effective.
- Syria seeks to benefit from Qatari expertise in all fields.
In response, Mohammad al-Khulaifi, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, affirmed:
- Qatar’s stance has been and continues to be unwavering in support of our Syrian brothers, especially at this time.
- Discussions with al-Sharaa focused on steps for the transitional phase.
- The Syrian people are sovereign and will not be subject to any guardianship.
- Qatar stands with its Syrian brothers in all forthcoming stages.
- Qatar will remain by the side of the brothers in Syria.
A high-level Qatari delegation arrived in Damascus on Monday, marking the first visit in 13 years,
where they held meetings with Syrian officials to discuss ongoing and future transitional
arrangements.
It is worth noting that the new Syrian administration leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa, and the head of the
transitional (interim) government, Mohammed al-Bashir, have conducted several meetings with
Arab and Western ministers and officials to discuss the transitional situation in Syria and future
steps.
This development in Syrian-Qatari relations could signal a new era of cooperation and support,
potentially influencing the broader Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape.
