Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani will attend an OPCW meeting in the Netherlands, marking Syria’s first participation in this forum after the recent ouster of Bashar Assad. Al-Shaibani stated that this signifies Syria’s commitment to global security and honors victims of the Assad regime’s chemical attacks.
In a significant development, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani announced his participation in a meeting of the international chemical weapons watchdog, the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), taking place in The Hague, Netherlands. This meeting is notable as it marks the first instance of Syria’s involvement in the OPCW’s executive council after the ouster of President Bashar Assad nearly three months ago.
Al-Shaibani expressed through a statement on X that this participation symbolizes Syria’s renewed commitment to upholding international security. He emphasized the importance of honoring the memories of those who lost their lives due to chemical attacks perpetrated by the Assad regime, stating that the move signals a new direction for Syria on the global stage.
The participation of Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani in the OPCW meeting represents a pivotal moment for Syria, indicating a shift towards greater accountability and commitment to international norms concerning chemical weapons. This involvement reflects an acknowledgment of past atrocities and a desire to engage constructively with the international community.
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