Jordan Hosts Syria-US Meeting in Amman to Support Syrian Reconstruction and Suwayda Ceasefire

On Tuesday, August 12, 2025, Jordan hosted a trilateral meeting in Amman with Syrian and U.S. officials to discuss Syria’s reconstruction and efforts to stabilize the war-torn nation. The meeting, attended by Syria’s interim Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, and U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack, focused on supporting Syria’s new government in rebuilding its economy and consolidating a ceasefire in the Druze-majority province of Suwayda.

The discussions built on talks held on July 19, 2025, addressing sectarian violence in Suwayda, where clashes between Druze fighters and Sunni Bedouins killed 1,400 people before a ceasefire was established. The Syrian Foreign Ministry stated that the meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation to ensure Syria’s stability, sovereignty, and regional security. A trilateral working group was formed to support the Syrian government’s efforts to maintain the ceasefire and resolve the crisis in Suwayda

Syria’s minority communities, including Druze and Alawites, have voiced concerns for their safety since the December 2024 rebel offensive that ousted former President Bashar al-Assad, who positioned himself as a protector of minorities. Recent violence, including the killing of over 1,700 mostly Alawite civilians in March 2025 and the Suwayda clashes, has heightened fears of sectarian tensions. The joint statement from Syria, Jordan, and the U.S. emphasized that Suwayda is an integral part of Syria, with guarantees to protect the rights of its people and ensure their participation in rebuilding the nation Jordan’s King Abdullah II met separately with al-Shaibani and Barrack, expressing support for Syria’s efforts to maintain security, stability, and territorial integrity. He highlighted Jordan’s readiness to share expertise to strengthen Syrian institutions and stressed the need for enhanced cooperation to combat terrorism and prevent arms and drug smuggling. The king also underscored Washington’s critical role in supporting Syria’s reconstruction while preserving the rights of all Syrians The Syrian government’s efforts to restore basic services, hold perpetrators accountable, and facilitate the return of displaced people were welcomed during the meeting. Syria’s new authorities have been actively seeking international investment to rebuild infrastructure, with the United Nations estimating reconstruction costs at over $400 billion. Recent deals include $14 billion in agreements signed last week, such as a $4 billion airport project with Qatar’s UCC Holding and a $2 billion Damascus subway deal with the UAE’s national investment corporation. Other projects include the $2 billion Damascus Towers, a $500 million Baramkeh Towers project, and a $60 million Baramkeh Mall. Saudi Arabia pledged $3 billion for real estate and infrastructure, while a $7 billion energy deal was signed in May with Qatari, Turkish, and U.S. companies to revive Syria’s power sector. U.S. envoy Tom Barrack described the talks as “productive,” noting Syria’s commitment to investigate atrocities in Suwayda, including violence at Suwayda National Hospital, and to cooperate with the United Nations. The trilateral group will reconvene in the coming weeks to continue supporting Syria’s stabilization and reconstruction efforts