A stable and united Syria will contribute to regional security and prosperity, says US-Turkey joint statement

The governments of the U.S. and Turkey have issued a joint statement on the Syria Working Group. As noted, the United States and Turkey are committed to increasing cooperation and coordination on stability and security in Syria as outlined by President Trump and President Erdoğan.

The delegations discussed shared priorities in Syria, including sanctions relief according to President Trump’s directive and combatting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

“The United States and Turkey share a vision for Syria that is stable and at peace with itself and its neighborhood, which will also allow millions of displaced Syrians to return home. The United States and Turkey recognize the importance of maintaining the territorial integrity of Syria.  A stable and united Syria, which does not offer a safe haven for terrorist organizations, will support regional security and prosperity,” reads the statement.