{"id":62275,"date":"2026-04-11T16:04:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T16:04:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/iran\/62275\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T16:04:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T16:04:12","slug":"syria-and-turkiye-launch-new-phase-of-strategic-partnership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/iran\/62275\/","title":{"rendered":"Syria and T\u00fcrkiye Launch \u201cNew Phase\u201d of Strategic Partnership"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"466\" class=\"first-letter:text-6xl first-letter:font-semibold first-letter:font-display first-letter:mr-3 first-letter:spacing-3 first-letter:float-left\">Syria and T\u00fcrkiye have entered a new phase in bilateral relations built on strategic partnership and mutual respect, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said after talks in Ankara. The two sides signaled deeper cooperation in energy, trade, infrastructure, and security, while outlining an ambitious regional vision centered on energy transit and post-war reconstruction.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cReliable Ally\u201d: Damascus Praises Ankara<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"735\">Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said Syria sees T\u00fcrkiye as a \u201creliable ally and partner,\u201d highlighting Ankara\u2019s role in reconstruction, institutional development, and efforts to stabilize the country.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"909\">Speaking at a joint press conference with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara, al-Shaibani said Turkish support has translated into concrete steps on the ground.<\/p>\n<p>Expanding Cooperation Across Key Sectors<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1052\">The talks between the two sides focused on expanding cooperation in several critical areas:<\/p>\n<p>Energy<br \/>\nTrade<br \/>\nInfrastructure<br \/>\nSecurity coordination<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1237\">Al-Shaibani said both countries aim to strengthen border security and jointly address threats to national stability.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paturkey.com\/news\/2026\/syria-economic-outlook-finance-minister-forecasts-10pct-growth-29881\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Syria Economic Outlook: Finance Minister Forecasts 10pct Growth<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cFour Seas Project\u201d Vision<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1362\">A central element of the emerging partnership is the so-called \u201cFour Seas Project.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1449\">The initiative envisions Syria and T\u00fcrkiye becoming a major transit corridor linking:<\/p>\n<p>The Arabian Gulf<br \/>\nThe Caspian Sea<br \/>\nThe Mediterranean<br \/>\nThe Black Sea<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1621\">The project aims to position both countries as key hubs in regional energy distribution.<\/p>\n<p>Syria Signals Progress in State-Building<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1767\">Al-Shaibani said Syria\u2019s recovery process is moving forward with \u201cdetermination and momentum.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1787\">He announced that:<\/p>\n<p>A new People\u2019s Assembly will soon hold its first session<br \/>\nThe parliament follows elections held in Hasakah province<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1982\">He described it as the first legislature representing a \u201cfree Syria.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Integration of SDF Forces<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2134\">The Syrian minister said Damascus is continuing to implement its agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2160\">Efforts are underway to:<\/p>\n<p>Integrate SDF fighters into the Syrian Arab Army<br \/>\nRestore full state control over borders<br \/>\nRegain authority over oil and gas fields and civil institutions<\/p>\n<p>Ceasefire Welcomed, Iran Criticized<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2509\">Al-Shaibani welcomed the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, calling for durable arrangements that enhance regional stability.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2679\">At the same time, he criticized Iran\u2019s role in Syria, saying the country has endured more than 14 years of destabilizing interference by Tehran and its allied militias.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2716\">He said the prolonged conflict has:<\/p>\n<p>Increased reconstruction costs<br \/>\nDamaged the investment climate<br \/>\nSlowed economic recovery<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paturkey.com\/news\/2026\/atilla-yesilada-an-inconvenient-truth-no-currency-crisis-no-devaluation-in-turkey-29911\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Atilla Yesilada: An Inconvenient Truth: No currency crisis, no devaluation in Turkey<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Call for International Support<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2957\">Al-Shaibani urged the international community to play a more active role in Syria\u2019s reconstruction.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2973\">He called for:<\/p>\n<p>Strategic partnerships<br \/>\nSupport for long-term regional stability<br \/>\nImplementation of the 1974 Disengagement Agreement<br \/>\nWithdrawal of Israeli forces from Syrian territory<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3158\" data-end=\"3238\">He said Syria aims to become a hub for cooperation, development, and prosperity.<\/p>\n<p>T\u00fcrkiye Emphasizes Regional Stability<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3387\">Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Syria\u2019s stability is essential for broader regional peace.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3406\">He stressed that:<\/p>\n<p>The security of T\u00fcrkiye and Syria is interconnected<br \/>\nStability in Syria directly contributes to regional stability<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3651\">Fidan also welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire and expressed hope it would extend to Lebanon and evolve into a lasting peace.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3746\">He reaffirmed T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s continued support for Syria\u2019s efforts toward national reconciliation.<\/p>\n<p>Outlook: Strategic Alignment Deepens<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3906\">The Ankara talks signal a deepening alignment between Syria and T\u00fcrkiye at a time of shifting regional dynamics.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"4087\">With a focus on reconstruction, energy cooperation, and security coordination, the two countries appear to be laying the groundwork for a broader regional role in the years ahead.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"4087\">SANA news agency, Turkish sources<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4745\">PA Turkey intends to inform Turkey watchers with diverse views and opinions. 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