President Ahmad al-Sharaa, in a phone call Thursday coinciding with a meeting between the Governor of Latakia and local community leaders, emphasized the centrality of national unity and strategic planning in Syrias ongoing reconstruction and development efforts.
Speaking on the anniversary of the launch of Syrias liberation campaign, President al-Sharaa described the event as a historic milestone widely welcomed by most Syrians, while acknowledging that some segments of society have faced challenges and others have embraced the necessity of safeguarding the countrys unity and security.
He noted that over the past year, Syria has made significant strides across multiple sectors, and stressed that public demands, while largely legitimate, occasionally include politically motivated elements. The state remains fully prepared to listen and address all demands seriously, he added.
President al-Sharaa highlighted the strategic importance of the Syrian coast, citing its role in international trade and regional economic integration. He affirmed that the regions social and sectarian diversity strengthens national unity, dismissing proposals for federalism or separatism as based on narrow political perspectives.
The Syrian geography is interconnected; no region can claim autonomous authority separate from the rest of the country, he said, noting that economic and social integration demonstrates the futility of calls for division.
He further clarified that local governance structures already incorporate elements of decentralization under Law No. 107, allowing for adaptations while maintaining national cohesion. Any weak component within our society exposes all to risks; our strength lies in mutual support, he stressed.
Reflecting on Syrias post-liberation achievements, President al-Sharaa emphasized that stability and recovery are gradual processes requiring time and strategic planning. He affirmed the governments commitment to introducing a new legal and administrative framework over the next five years to establish robust state institutions.
He underscored that unity is non-negotiable, and praised broad domestic and international support for Syria, noting that all Syrians are partners in building the nation and sharing responsibility.
Citing the example of Idlib, the president recalled how Syria resisted separatist pressures despite challenging conditions, successfully delivering public services and fostering economic activity. Today, Syrias capacities and circumstances allow for a dignified and stable life. Narrow agendas serving individual interests do not reflect the reality of Syrians, he said.
President al-Sharaa concluded by urging an end to decades of societal division, emphasizing the awareness, solidarity, and enduring patriotism of Syrians inside and outside the country as key to constructing a stronger, indivisible Syria resilient to all attempts at fragmentation.
