Doha: Jordan, Syria, and the United States have reached an agreement to establish a trilateral working group in response to a request from the Syrian government. The group's primary aim is to support Syria's efforts to stabilize the ceasefire in the As-Sweida Governorate in southern Syria and address the ongoing crisis in the region.
According to Qatar News Agency, the decision was made during a trilateral meeting held in Amman, where discussions focused on the situation in Syria and ways to support its reconstruction. The discussions revolved around principles that prioritize Syria's security, stability, sovereignty, unity, non-interference in its internal affairs, and the fulfillment of its people's aspirations while safeguarding the rights of all Syrians.
The meeting was attended by Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani, and U.S. Ambassador to Turkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack, along with representatives from relevant institutions in the three countries. This meeting followed discussions hosted by Jordan on July 19, aimed at addressing the ceasefire in As-Sweida and resolving the crisis there.
The attendees emphasized that the As-Sweida Governorate, with all its local communities, is an integral part of Syria. They affirmed that the rights of its people must be protected in the process of rebuilding a new Syria, ensuring a secure future for all Syrian citizens and enabling their representation in shaping Syria's future.
The Jordanian Foreign Minister and the U.S. envoy reiterated their support for Damascus, expressing solidarity with Syria's security, stability, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the safety of its citizens. They urged the international community to support Syria's reconstruction efforts, ensuring security, stability, sovereignty, and unity, fulfilling its people's aspirations, and safeguarding the rights of all Syrians.
The three parties agreed to convene another meeting in the coming weeks to continue the discussions initiated in Amman.