Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita hailed the visit of his Syrian counterpart, Asaad al-Shaibani, as a historic turning point for diplomacy.
The meeting in Rabat signaled the formal reopening of the Syrian embassy, ending a diplomatic freeze that lasted over a decade.
Bourita emphasized that this high-level visit marks a new chapter in bilateral relations after the long-standing break initiated in 2012.
The restoration of ties follows Morocco’s decision in May 2025 to reopen its own embassy in Damascus after thirteen years of closure.
Rabat originally shuttered its diplomatic mission during the height of the regional uprisings against the former government of Bashar al-Assad.
The two nations agreed to update their legal and judicial frameworks, citing the need to modernize agreements that had become completely outdated.
A new mechanism for diplomatic and political consultations was also established to ensure steady communication between the two Mediterranean nations.
Bourita noted that this reconciliation occurs within a “very special regional context” as both countries navigate a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
The minister reiterated Morocco’s support for the development and aspirations of the Syrian people during this transitional period for their nation.
Officials from both sides expressed a desire to match their legal cooperation with the current ambitions of their respective sovereign governments.
This diplomatic thaw mirrors a broader trend of regional reintegration for Damascus following years of isolation and devastating internal conflict.