Manama-SANA
Foreign Minister and Expatriates Affairs Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shibani confirmed that the security and stability of Gulf states are an integral part of Syria's security, noting that Syria's stability constitutes an important factor in enhancing Gulf security and stability. The minister's remarks came during a meeting with "Al-Sharq" channel on the sidelines of the 22nd session of the Manama Dialogue 2026 conference, on Saturday.
In the same context, Minister Al-Shibani confirmed that discussions are taking place between Syria and Gulf states at various political, economic, security, and military levels, pointing out that Syria has become a trusted partner for these countries. He added that no attacks on Gulf states can be accepted while Syria stands by as a bystander, stressing that a stable and secure Syria has formed a positive factor and left a mark on the nature of relations with Gulf states following its liberation on December 8, 2024.
For his part, the minister clarified that what Syria can offer in this context falls within international norms and laws and within the limits of its capabilities, noting that the country emerged from a war that lasted 14 years and is still in the recovery phase. He pointed to discussions regarding Syria's accession to a regional security and defense system with Gulf states, explaining that these consultations address the "Mecca Pact" or other security systems that achieve the same goal.
Minister Al-Shibani noted that the Jordanian airstrikes on sites in Daraa last week were averted through intensive communications with the Jordanian side, and there is understanding from the Jordanian leadership to address differences and close this page. He affirmed that relations between Syria and Jordan are much deeper than to be affected by skirmishes, and that the two countries are capable of overcoming these issues to restore relations to their best state.
The minister indicated that discussions with the Jordanian side aim to ensure border security between the two countries, so that the Jordanian border is secure for Syria, and the Syrian border is secure for Jordan, with continued coordination and development of mechanisms to face major challenges. The minister participated in a session on the pillars of regional security within the Manama Dialogue summit organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, with delegations from more than 50 countries and more than 40 senior figures.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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