Syria’s OIC Membership Reactivated After Nearly 13 Years
Syria’s OIC membership has been reinstated after 13 years, following a proposal by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. This comes as Syria’s new government, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, seeks to restore ties with Arab nations and move forward after the civil war. Turkey, a strong ally, expresses commitment to assist Syria’s reconstruction and military training.
Syria’s membership in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has been reinstated after nearly 13 years of suspension due to the civil conflict that began in 2012. This decision was made during a recent meeting of the 57-member organization in Jeddah, as confirmed by a Turkish diplomatic source. The re-activation aligns with the ongoing efforts by Syria’s new government to mend relationships with Arab nations and other global powers.
The Turkish Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, initiated the proposal to restore Syria’s participation, which the OIC accepted. This decision comes after the organization previously decided to suspend Syria’s membership due to the ongoing war. The Syrian Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, was present at the meeting to formally accept the reactivation, receiving applause from the member states.
Turkey, a NATO member, has been an advocate for Syrian rebels by contributing support for years, particularly against the Assad regime. Following the recent political shift, Turkey has affixed itself as a key ally of the new Islamist administration in Damascus, assuring support for reconstruction and military training.
Additionally, Syria’s new President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, received an invitation from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to attend an upcoming Arab League summit in Cairo, marking significant progress in restoring diplomatic relations within the Arab community post-Assad’s regime.
The re-activation of Syria’s OIC membership marks a pivotal development in the country’s quest to restore its international relationships after years of conflict. Facilitated by Turkey’s diplomatic efforts, this decision is indicative of a broader trend towards re-engagement with Arab nations and could herald a new phase of cooperation and support for Syria’s rebuilding efforts following the civil war.
Original Source: www.newarab.com
