Deputy Secretary Landau’s Meeting with Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates al-Shaibani

The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack met with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani regarding the future of Syria, Israel-Syria relations, and implementation of the March 10 agreement between Syria and the Syrian Democratic Forces.  The Deputy Secretary underscored this historic opportunity for Syria to build a peaceful, prosperous, and sovereign nation following President Trump’s announcement on sanctions relief.  Principals also discussed other matters of shared concern, including countering terrorism and continuing to expand mutual economic opportunities.