Dujarric: UN Special Envoy for Syria encourages Syrian authorities’ efforts towards credible, inclusive and sustainable transition

Stephane Dujarric, Spokesman for the UN Secretary-General has stated that the United Nations welcomes the unveiling over the weekend of a new and expanded cabinet in Syria.

“Our Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen has reaffirmed the importance of an inclusive political transition that enables the Syrian people to restore their sovereignty that enables them to realize their legitimate aspirations, as well as to contribute to regional stability,” Dujarric said.

In this regard, Dujarric added the Special Envoy encourages continued efforts by the interim authorities towards a credible, inclusive and sustainable transition, in terms of governance and also in terms of the next transitional steps”.