Syrian Foreign Minister: we appreciate endeavours to create security system based on principles of equality

Eurasia is not only a geographical and political term, but a space where a new system of world order can be created – as noted by Syrian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Bassam Sabbagh on the side-lines of the 2nd Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, held on October 31st in Minsk

The Syrian Foreign Minister thanked the Government of Belarus for the invitation to participate in the conference and congratulated Minsk on its success.

“Minsk is a capital that denies hegemony and defends international co-operation and regional integration. My presence reflects our desire to discuss issues related to global and regional security, our belief in the need for comprehensive dialogue and open discussions. Eurasia is not just a geographical or political term, but a space where a new system of world order can be created, one that developing countries aspire to,” Bassam Sabbagh said.

The Syrian official also drew attention to the need to create structures based on co-operation and collective solidarity that will be able to confront the challenges of the modern world. This is, in particular, the fight against attempts to destabilise the situation and interfere in the internal affairs faced by the countries of the Eurasian region.

“My country has been suffering from a terrorist war for a long time, with terrorist elements threatening to destroy its security and stability. Syria appreciates the endeavours of those countries that want to establish a new security system based on the principles of equality and the collective struggle against threats and dangers. In this situation, there will be no place for hegemony and the creation of artificial tests that have dire consequences,” Bassam Sabbagh added.