DAMASCUS, (ST)_The newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Dr. Faisal al-Miqdad was sworn in before President Bashar al-Assad on Thursday.
The president asserted during his meeting with al-Miqdad that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates plays a key role in confronting the political and diplomatic war being waged against Syria, refuting disinformation campaigns, enhancing relations with friendly countries and allies and opening new horizons for cooperation in all fields.
He also pointed out the need to communicate with Syrian communities and intensify efforts being exerted by the Foreign Ministry and state establishments – in coordination with friendly countries- to accelerate the return of Syrian refugees and to create suitable conditions for them in their cities and towns.
Basma Qaddour