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"Syria's transitional president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, said his country "can serve as a safe haven to ensure the integrity of supply chains" amid escalating regional tensions, speaking at the Berlin Business Forum on Monday. "Given the turmoil currently unfolding in the region, Syria today represents an important element, especially with the presence of major risks to supply chains and energy flows between East and West," he said. Al-Sharaa warned that European countries could be significantly affected, particularly if energy supplies from the Arabian Gulf - which account for nearly 20% of global oil and gas exports - continue to be disrupted. "In this context, Syria can serve as a safe haven to ensure supply chain integrity, thanks to its strategic location, while also supporting energy flows through its Mediterranean coastline,” Al-Sharaa highlighted. "Its geography allows for linking these routes across its territory, offering a fast, secure corridor toward Europe. Any disruption in the Red Sea or the Strait of Hormuz further underscores Syria's potential as an alternative route," he continued. He also framed Syrian migration as an economic advantage, not a burden, as he noted that Germany hosts one of the largest Syrian communities in Europe - estimated at around 1.3 million people. "We can repurpose the experience of asylum and migration into an asset for European companies, particularly German firms looking to invest in Syria," he said. "These companies can benefit from a skilled workforce educated in German institutions." This visit marks Al-Sharaa's first trip to Germany since the transitional government took power in Damascus in December 2024. He is also expected to travel to the United Kingdom for talks with senior officials on strengthening bilateral relations."
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