Syria, China discuss cooperation in housing and reconstruction fields

DAMASCUS, May.16, (ST)- Today, the Minister of Public Works and Housing Suhail Abdul Latif discussed with China’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary in Damascus Shi Hongwei the ways of enhancing cooperation between the two countries in housing and reconstruction fields.

During the meeting , Abdul Latif attached great importance to the implementation of the directives of President Bashar al-Assad related to promoting the economic ties between Syria and the friendly countries up to the high level of the political ones.

He also noted the importance of getting benefit from the Chinese expertise in the field of housing in a way that contributes to the reconstruction process and supplying equipment to detect the buildings damaged by the devastating earthquake.

The Minister highly appreciated China’s continued support to Syria and its honorable stances at the international and local forums in addition to providing aid to those affected by the earthquake.

For his part, the Chinese ambassador affirmed his country’s firm support to Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, asserting the need for enhancing mutual support and cooperation, particularly in the housing and reconstruction areas.
He also indicated that China is working on transferring mechanisms and techniques that contribute to detecting quake-affected buildings.

Basma Qaddour