Japan is considering lifting sanctions on Syria in line with the American and European stance.

Japan has announced that it is considering lifting the sanctions imposed on Syria by the end of this month, in a move that aligns with the recent decisions of the United States and the European Union to ease economic restrictions on Damascus.

This was stated during a press conference held by Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, who confirmed that his country "will closely monitor discussions in the international community and make the appropriate decision regarding lifting sanctions on Syria."

President Donald Trump had announced during his visit to Saudi Arabia last Tuesday his intention to lift sanctions on Syria, stating that he is taking this step "to give it a chance," noting that the Saudi Crown Prince, the Turkish President, and others had requested it.

Meanwhile, the Japanese newspaper "Asahi" reported that Tokyo will end the sanctions by the end of May, in line with its policy alignment with Washington and the European Union, which recently eased sanctions related to energy, transportation, reconstruction, and associated financial transactions.