The ministerial summit held in Doha to discuss the crisis in Syria underscores the critical importance of finding a political solution to a conflict that has ravaged the war-torn country for years. The participants, led by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, devoted their efforts to charting a path to peace, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire to create the conditions for a viable political process.
The urgency of the situation in Syria requires concerted action by the international community to prevent an even more dramatic escalation of events on the ground. The ministers present stressed the imperative of respecting the unity and territorial integrity of Syria, while preserving its national institutions threatened by collapse and fragmentation.
The call for a ceasefire is of paramount importance in paving the way for a political resolution based on United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254. At the same time, it is crucial to combat the scourge of terrorism in Syria and address the issue of internally displaced persons and refugees, ensuring their safe and voluntary return to their areas of origin.
The participation of Geir Pedersen, the UN Special Envoy for Syria, added an additional dimension to the meeting, providing a comprehensive perspective on the situation and proposing concrete ways to overcome the crisis in collaboration with all stakeholders.
The consultations and discussions that took place during this summit reflect a collective commitment to finding a political solution to the war in Syria, with the ultimate goal of restoring peace, preserving the unity and sovereignty of the country, and ensuring its future stability. The commitment to continue the exchanges demonstrates a common will to work together to achieve a lasting resolution to this devastating conflict.
The bilateral meetings that took place on the sidelines of the summit provided an opportunity to deepen discussions and strengthen regional cooperation with a view to resolving the crisis in Syria in an inclusive and constructive manner. Synergy between international and regional actors involved in this process is essential to overcome divisions and find pragmatic solutions to end the suffering of the Syrian people.