Egypt welcomes America’s decision to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism

Egypt expresses satisfaction with the United States' decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The move is seen as a positive step towards stability in Syria, facilitating economic recovery and reconstruction, and creating an environment conducive to Syria's reintegration into the Arab and international community.

In a statement released by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry on Tuesday, Cairo urged for continued assistance for the Syrian populace during this transformative phase. This support would aid in rebuilding Syria's national institutions, preserving its unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and fulfilling the Syrian people's desire for security, stability, and development.

Egypt emphasized that respecting Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity is crucial for achieving enduring stability in the nation and the region. It further noted that attaining stability in Syria is intertwined with the fight against terrorism and extremism, and requires decisive action against foreign terrorist fighters.

The statement concluded that this development bolsters the capacity of Syrian national state institutions to fulfill their duties in safeguarding the country's security and stability, while continuing to engage in a comprehensive political process that includes all segments of the Syrian populace, ensuring the unity and sovereignty of the Syrian state.