Germany seeks to expand relations with Syria - Visit by al-Scharaa expected - Germany cautiously reopens diplomatic channels with Syria’s new leadership
Germany is considering a fresh start in its relations with Syria’s new leadership. The move comes as the German government acknowledges gradual improvements in the country’s political and humanitarian conditions. Officials have stressed the need for direct dialogue with Damascus to evaluate these changes.
The al-Sharaa administration has become the main point of contact for German authorities. Berlin argues that engaging with the Syrian government is essential for accurate assessments of the situation on the ground. While economic and humanitarian conditions appear to be stabilising, concerns over human rights violations remain a key issue.
Germany is not acting alone in this shift. Several other EU nations have also begun re-establishing ties with Syria’s leadership. Despite ongoing worries about minority rights—particularly for Alawites, Druze, and Kurds—following the ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad, the German government has signalled its intention to deepen cooperation. The Zentraler Kontaktpunkt, linked to Germany’s Interior Ministry, continues to support Syrian minorities through humanitarian aid, prioritised asylum processing, and refugee integration programmes. These efforts align with statements from the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) as of early 2026. Future engagement with Damascus will depend on measurable progress in human rights and economic reforms. German officials have made it clear that any expansion of relations will be closely tied to these developments.
The German government’s approach reflects a cautious but deliberate step towards re-engagement with Syria. While humanitarian and economic conditions show signs of recovery, the situation for minorities and broader human rights concerns will remain under close scrutiny. Berlin’s next moves will hinge on whether Damascus delivers on promised reforms.
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