He underlined the importance of such festivals in spreading the power optimism among the Syrian people in order to confront the war waged on their country and to challenge the difficult circumstances the country is going through.

Shedding more light on the festival activities, Sarem said that the event included art exhibitions, book fair, theatrical shows , artistic performances, symposiums, musical concerts and interactive workshops for kids as well as entertainment activities.

Talking about the participation of the culture team for building life skills in Lattakia culture festival, Sarem highly appreciated the team's key role and effective participation to bring a smile to Syrian children.

He stressed the need to ensure benefit and entertainment to the audience and to reduce the negative impacts of the crisis in Syria on children by motivating them to fully and effectively use their skills and by maintaining their responsibility towards themselves, their families and their homeland.

Interviewed by Rawaa Ghanam