Syria Expresses Gratitude to Canada Following Lifting of Sanctions

ARK News.. The Syrian government has expressed its appreciation to the government and people of Canada for their supportive stance toward the Syrian people, following Ottawa’s announcement that it has lifted its sanctions on Syria.

In a statement, the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates described the Canadian government’s decision to end the sanctions as a “positive development” that reflects a move toward enhancing dialogue and cooperation based on mutual respect between the two countries.

The ministry said that lifting the sanctions represents “a genuine opportunity to open a new chapter in bilateral relations” in a manner that serves the interests of both friendly peoples. It added that the move would support recovery and reconstruction efforts, improve living conditions for citizens, and contribute to strengthening regional stability.

The Foreign Ministry reaffirmed Syria’s commitment to a responsible national path, openness, and constructive cooperation with the international community in a way that consolidates stability and enhances the country’s position in its Arab, regional, and international surroundings.

Earlier, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced that Canada had amended its economic sanctions on Syria to ease restrictions related to the import and export of goods, investment activities, and the provision of financial and other services.

Anand added that the amendments also remove 24 entities and one individual from Syria-related sanctions lists, with the aim of reducing barriers to economic activity and enabling transactions with state-linked entities in key sectors vital to Syria’s recovery.

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