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Turkey-Syria diplomatic and economic normalization

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Turkey and Syria are advancing diplomatic and economic normalization. Turkish Ambassador Nuh Yılmaz reported that strategic border threats, such as human trafficking, drug trafficking, and terrorism, have “abruptly diminished” since December 2024. Security discussions involve Turkey’s demand for the removal of SDG and PKK/YPG elements to protect Syria’s territorial integrity. Turkey has also expressed readiness to support the Syrian army’s logistical and equipment needs, highlighted by recent Turkish naval visits to Latakia Port. Economically, bilateral trade has reached $3.75 billion, with a target of $10 billion. Plans include reactivating border crossings like the Nusaybin-Qamishli line within three months and developing a Free Zone and Dry Port in Idlib. Cultural cooperation is also expected to expand through a planned International Turkish School near Damascus. In August 2026, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced plans for an upcoming visit to Syria, emphasizing Turkey's commitment to supporting Syrian stability and ensuring that Syrian Kurds share in the region's peace.

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