Al-Sharaa tells Trump lifting all sanctions essential for reviving Syrian economy

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told US President Donald Trump during a phone call on Sunday that lifting the remaining sanctions on Syria is essential to reviving the country’s economy and attracting investment, according to the Syrian presidency.

During the call, al-Sharaa stressed the importance of continued international support for Syria as it undergoes reconstruction and recovery, saying that removing the remaining sanctions would help the economy regain momentum and improve living conditions for Syrians.

He added that such a move would “encourage investment and create a suitable environment for the return of economic and development projects across key sectors.”

The call also addressed the security situation in the region and challenges arising from ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the presidency said. Al-Sharaa “underscored the importance of prioritizing diplomacy and dialogue to strengthen regional peace and security and prevent further escalation.”

For his part, Trump “stressed the importance of maintaining stability and supporting Syria’s recovery and reconstruction efforts, according to the statement.

“At the conclusion of the call, both sides reaffirmed the importance of continuing communication and coordination on issues of mutual interest in a way that serves the interests of both countries and contributes to security and stability in the region.”