Japan partially lifts sanctions against Syria — Anadolu Agency

Japan has partially lifted sanctions against Syria imposed in 2011 on the administration of Bashar al-Assad. The decision was made by the Japanese government, Anadolu Agency reports.

Sixteen entities removed from sanctions list

Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the partial lifting of asset-freezing measures and other restrictions in view of further developments in Syria and bilateral relations between Tokyo and Damascus.

Japan removed 16 of 31 organizations from its sanctions list. They include Syria’s Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Interior, oil companies and financial institutions.

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Support for reconstruction

Japan’s Chief Government Spokesperson Kihara Minoru said that many of the entities removed from the list are expected to play a role in Syria’s reconstruction. According to him, the country’s stability and development are directly linked to stability across the Middle East, and Tokyo intends to support Syria.

At the same time, Japan retained sanctions against 59 individuals and 15 organizations. Diplomatic relations between Japan and Syria were restored last December after a 15-year break.