ALBAWABA- Syrian transitional leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to visit Jordan on Wednesday for high-level discussions with King Abdullah, according to Jordanian officials.
The visit marks Sharaa’s third diplomatic trip abroad—following Saudi Arabia and Turkey—since assuming power after leading a decisive rebel offensive that ousted longtime Iran-backed ruler Bashar Assad.
During his visit, Sharaa will engage in wide-ranging talks focused on strengthening bilateral ties, enhancing border security, and expanding economic cooperation.
A key priority will be tackling the surge in drug smuggling along the Jordan-Syria border, an issue Jordan has long attributed to pro-Iranian militias operating under Assad's rule.
Al-Sharaa has pledged to curb the illicit trade, signaling a shift in Syria’s approach to regional security.
Jordan, which hosted the first international conference on Syria shortly after Assad was forced to flee, is advocating for a peaceful political transition to prevent instability along its borders.
Amman has also expressed readiness to assist Syria in rebuilding and alleviating its severe power shortages by supplying electricity and gas.
The fall of Assad has reshaped Middle Eastern geopolitics, dealing a significant setback to his ally Iran and opening new avenues for diplomatic engagement with Syria.
In addition to his Jordan visit, Sharaa has received an invitation from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to attend the extraordinary Arab League summit on March 4.
The summit will address regional security threats and formulate a response to U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to displace Gaza’s Palestinian population. Discussions will also cover the broader risks posed by Israeli occupation in Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon.
