Manama:Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad al-Shaibani, highlighted the strategic security cooperation and border stabilization efforts between Syria and Jordan during his address at the 22nd Manama Dialogue 2026.
According to Jordan News Agency, Al-Shaibani discussed the operational coordination among Syria, Jordan, Iraq, and Lebanon aimed at securing shared borders against non-state threats. He emphasized the institutionalized security and military integration between Amman and Damascus, noting the ongoing strategic engagement facilitated through the Supreme Coordination Council, which plans to hold its third session next month.
In his address, Al-Shaibani pointed out the challenges posed by cross-border militias in the Middle East, which threaten regional stability and undermine sovereign decisions. He expressed Syria's solidarity with Gulf nations and Jordan in countering external aggression, condemning missile and drone attacks, and affirming that Gulf stability is intrinsically linked to Syria's national security.
Al-Shaibani also mentioned Syria's transition from a conflict zone to an active participant in regional security architecture, underscoring the importance of sovereign states, mutual respect for territorial integrity, and adherence to international agreements for lasting stability. He highlighted the ongoing security challenges in southern Syria, referencing over 1,000 Israeli military strikes in less than two years, which have led to numerous casualties.