Al-Shaibani, Abu Qasra hold talks with Putin on strategic cooperation
Moscow, Dec 23 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani and Minister of Defense Major General Murhaf Abu Qasra met in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin Tuesday to discuss a range of political, military, and economic issues of mutual interest, with particular emphasis on strategic cooperation in the military industries sector. During the meeting, both sides reviewed ways to advance military and technical partnership in a manner that strengthens the defensive capabilities of the Syrian Arab Army and keeps pace with modern developments in military industries. Discussions focused on upgrading military equipment, transferring technical expertise and know-how, and expanding cooperation in research and development, contributing to the enhancement of Syria’s national defense system and supporting security and stability in Syria and the region. On the political front, the two sides exchanged views on regional and international developments, undersco...