Syria/France-UK cooperation
Paris, August 22, 2012
President Hollande had a telephone conversation with the British Prime Minister to talk about the situation in Syria. He recalled France’s position on the need for a political transition which includes Bashar al-Assad’s departure to be implemented as soon as possible. He also highlighted our country’s commitment to providing effective support to the Syrian opposition, including on the ground.
President Hollande and the British Prime Minister welcomed their complete agreement on Syria and agreed to maintain the close cooperation between France and the United Kingdom on this issue./.