Syrian President Bashar al-Assad opened up about his country's path to revival during an exclusive interview with CMG, highlighting China's role in rebuilding efforts and reshaping global dynamics. 🔥 Here's the tea:
From Sanctions to Strategy
After over a decade of Western sanctions and conflict, Assad sees China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as a lifeline for Syria's economy. 🛣️ 'China calls for new international relations that reject hegemony,' he said, praising President Xi Jinping's vision for collaboration over dominance.
🇨🇳-🇸🇾 Power Play
The newly announced China-Syria strategic partnership could help Damascus break diplomatic isolation. Assad's recent visit to China—including talks with Xi and attending the Hangzhou Asian Games—marks a symbolic pivot toward Asian alliances. 🏗️ 'Patriotism and cultural confidence drive China's success,' he noted.
Rebuilding a Nation
With millions displaced and infrastructure in ruins, Syria's reconstruction needs are colossal. Assad emphasized leveraging BRI projects for energy, tech, and trade—a potential blueprint for post-conflict recovery. 💡 Could this partnership become a model for crisis-hit nations?
