Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shaibani described Gulf security consultations and improved coordination with Jordan, distinguishing the latter from a new agreement, SANA reported.
Consultations and stated positions
In an Asharq interview alongside the Manama Dialogue on Saturday, Shaibani said discussions concerned Syria joining a regional security and defence framework. Regarding Jordan, he described developing coordination mechanisms rather than a new agreement, stressing sovereignty. These are Syrian statements about consultations, not a joint announcement of completed membership or a new border arrangement. Syrian Arab News Agency SANA; reporting an Asharq interview
The Gulf position at Manama
In a separate address at the same forum, SANA reported GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi’s support for the security, stability and sovereignty of Syria, Iraq and Lebanon. He emphasised international law, good neighbourliness and peaceful settlement of disputes, linking security with development and partnerships. Syrian Arab News Agency reporting GCC Secretary-General speech
Jordanian background beyond security
A Royal Hashemite Court account of an October meeting with Shaibani supplies broader bilateral context: support for Syrian security and sovereignty, expanded cooperation in energy, transport, trade and investment, and stronger de-escalation efforts. Royal Hashemite Court of Jordan
