Germany Leads EU Efforts to Ease Sanctions on the Syrian Arab Republic

Investing.com -- Germany is leading efforts within the European Union (EU) to ease sanctions against the Syrian Arab Republic, following the dismissal of President Bashar al-Assad last month. This information was shared in a report published by the Financial Times on Tuesday.

German officials distributed two position papers to EU capitals shortly before Christmas. According to two people familiar with the matter, these documents proposed key areas where sanctions against the Syrian Arab Republic could be eased.

The documents suggest that the EU could gradually relax restrictions on Damascus in exchange for progress on social issues. These issues include the protection of minority and women's rights, as well as adherence to commitments to prevent the spread of weapons.

According to the Financial Times, an anonymous source familiar with the EU discussions indicated that the EU could make any easing of sanctions temporary, similar to the approach of Washington. This measure would allow for the reinstatement of sanctions if deemed necessary.

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