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U.S. President Donald Trump promised the United States would "do everything we can to make Syria successful" following a nearly two-hour meeting Monday with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, whom he praised as a "very strong leader."
The White House talks marked the first visit by a Syrian head of state since the country gained independence nearly 80 years ago, according to Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.
Trump expressed his admiration for the new Syrian leadership and the Syrian people's efforts toward progress at all levels, the ministry said in a statement. He pledged U.S. commitment to supporting reconstruction and removing obstacles to Syria's recovery.
The U.S. president said his administration would work to ease barriers facing Syria during its reconstruction phase, including coordination with Israel to facilitate the process. Trump also indicated willingness to lift sanctions that have constrained development and investment opportunities.
Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, who accompanied al-Sharaa on the visit, described the meeting as "constructive" in a post on social media platform X. He said discussions covered "the subject of Syria in all its aspects," emphasizing support for Syria's unity and reconstruction.
"The Syrian people always deserve a better future," al-Shaibani wrote.
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The two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and implementation of agreements related to stability and national reconstruction, according to the ministry statement. Both sides agreed to work toward strengthening stability within Syrian territory and the broader Arab region.
Trump confirmed U.S. readiness to support efforts that enhance national security and strengthen stability in the region. The discussions also addressed unification of Syrian institutions and development of mechanisms to execute reconstruction initiatives, with both leaders agreeing to coordinate on follow-up and implementation.
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