Syrian President Bashar al-Assad held a telephone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which they addressed economic support for Syria and recent regional developments, according to the Syrian presidency.
The statement indicated that President Assad emphasized the critical importance of lifting remaining U.S. sanctions on Syria as a necessary measure to revitalize the nation's economy and encourage foreign investment.
The discussion reportedly focused on bilateral relations and ongoing regional dynamics, though further specifics regarding the scope of economic discussions were not immediately disclosed.