Russian delegation in Damascus to strengthen bilateral ties (Esp)
Channel: HANDS OFF SYRIA
Date: 2020-09-07

A Russian delegation on an official visit to Syria has met with Bashar al-Assad. Its objective is to consolidate relations between the two countries.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad received the Russian delegation on Monday, led by Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov. Al-Asad affirmed that Syria is fully flexible regarding the political process in parallel with the fight against terrorism, and expressed the appreciation of the Syrians for Russia's support for their country in all aspects.

The Russian delegation reiterated Moscow's determination to continue working to help soften the impact of the sanctions against the Syrian people.

At the Syrian Foreign Ministry headquarters, the Russian delegation met with the Foreign Minister, Walid al-Moalem. At the joint press conference, the Syrian Foreign Minister stressed the importance of the visit of the Russian delegation.

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yuri Borisov provided an overview of his meetings with the Syrian authorities.

The head of Russian Diplomacy, Sergei Lavrov, affirmed that Syria was victorious in its battle against terrorism and reiterated her country's support for Damascus.

Both officials insisted on the need not to establish a timetable for the work of the Syrian Constitutional Committee and affirmed that the results of their meetings will be submitted to a popular referendum.

Bashar Barazi, Damascus.
7 September 2020