Syria Joins Coalition Meetings in Rome as $75 Million Pledged for Security Support

Syria participated in international coalition meetings in Rome, with its intelligence chief attending discussions focused on efforts to combat the Islamic State group.

The coalition allocated $75 million to support Damascus on security matters, giving a financial dimension to Syria’s engagement with the international counterterrorism effort.

The Syrian intelligence chief’s attendance put security cooperation at the centre of the country’s participation. It also carried political significance, as Damascus took part in a forum addressing the fight against Islamic State.

Syria’s involvement in those efforts drew international welcome. The combination of its presence in Rome and the funding allocation signals support for its participation, though the available details do not specify how the money will be used.