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Historic Visit
Al-Sharaa arrived in London for his first official visit since the Assad regime's fall.
“Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in London for his first official visit to the UK, marking a significant step in the gradual restoration of ties”
He met Prime Minister Starmer at 10 Downing Street.
They signed a joint document to rebuild cooperation.
Migration and Security
Migration emerged as a key focus of the talks.
Starmer welcomed measures taken by the Syrian government against Daesh.
Both leaders affirmed the importance of avoiding further escalation.
Economic Cooperation
Talks focused on boosting economic cooperation.
“Damascus promotes a future energy role as a conduit to European markets”
Syria positioned itself as a potential energy partner for Europe.
Syria recently approved legislation allowing foreign companies full ownership.
Diplomatic Thaw
The visit follows the UK's re-establishment of ties in July 2025.
Syria is reopening its embassy in Belgrave Square.
The British embassy in Damascus is set to reopen.