DAMASCUS,(ST)_” Syria is facing today violent extremist movements that do not have any value for human life,” said the Indian ambassador in Damascus Fe Be Hren on Tuesday, adding that the Syrians, despite the overwhelming conditions are able to proceed towards peace and realizations of progress and national reconciliation.
In a speech he made in a ceremony held on the occasion of concluding his term of office to Syria, the Indian ambassador remarked that “India is interested in what is happening in Syria, through its work in the UN Security Council,” stating that he conveys the real picture of current events in Syria and that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of his country derives its information from the Indian embassy in Damascus directly rather than what quoted by hostile media. “
He reviewed joint projects and bilateral relations between Syria and India, pointing out that his country and despite the conditions experienced by Syria continues to develop relations and cooperation, particularly in the field of education and in offering scholarships.
For his part, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ahmad Arnous stressed deep historical and cultural ties that bind the two countries in all areas , pointing to the importance of continuing to work on enhancing them.
He added that both Syria and India hold common views that Syria will be safe and sound as before and it will soon overcome the ordeal caused by terrorists on its land.
He expressed Syria ‘s gratitude over India ‘s efforts at the UN and regional and international forums and through its membership in the UN Security Council where it supported its underlying principles , especially in respect to non-interference in the internal affairs of States.
Syria Times