US EditionSyrian President in China on First Visit Since Beginning of War in Syria
- Syrian President Bashar Assad visited China, with which Syria has a long-standing friendship, marking his first visit since the start of the conflict. China has been a key supporter of Assad throughout the Syrian conflict and has played a role in mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Assad's visit highlights China's potential involvement in Syria's reconstruction, which is expected to cost billions of dollars.
- The visit follows increased diplomatic contacts between Syria and other Arab countries, sparked by a deadly earthquake in February. Syria's membership in the Arab League was also reinstated recently, further boosting diplomatic ties.
- Iran and Russia have assisted Assad in regaining control of much of Syria since the conflict began. Additionally, China has used its veto power at the UN multiple times to block resolutions against Assad's government. Assad's visit to China signifies strengthening alliances between the three countries.
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Syrian President Bashar Assad arrives in China on first visit since the beginning of war in Syria | The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch
BEIJING--Syrian President Bashar Assad arrived in China on Thursday on his first visit to the country since the start of Syria’s 12-year conflict during which Beijing has been one of his main backers.
Syrian President Bashar Assad arrives in China on first visit since beginning of war in Syria
Syrian President Bashar Assad arrived in China on Thursday on his first visit to the country since the start of Syria's 12-year conflict during which Beijing has been one of his main backers. China’s foreign ministry said Assad would attend the opening ceremony of the Asian Games, an inter...
Syria's ruler Assad visits China for the first time in 20 years
For years, Syrian ruler Assad was isolated internationally. But not from China: The country maintained relations. With a first visit in two decades, Beijing wants to “bring relations to a new level.” [more]
Assad arrives in China on first visit since the beginning of war in Syria
The Chinese foreign ministry says the visit will 'further deepen political mutual trust and cooperation' between the two countries. China has been expanding its reach in the Middle East after mediating a deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran
Syrian President Bashar Assad arrives in China on first visit since the beginning of war in Syria
Syrian President Bashar Assad arrived in China on Thursday on his first visit to the country since the start of Syria's 12-year conflict during which Beijing has been one of his main backers.
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