G7 ready to support political transition in Syria

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies “stand ready to support a transition process that leads to credible, inclusive, and non-sectarian governance” in Syria, a statement said on Thursday.

The G7 said a political transition after the end of Bashar al-Assad’s 24-year authoritarian rule had to ensure “respect for the rule of law, universal human rights, including women’s rights, the protection of all Syrians, including religious and ethnic minorities, transparency and accountability”.

“The G7 will work with and fully support a future Syrian government that abides by those standards and results from that process,” the statement added.

The leaders also called on “all parties” to “preserve Syria’s territorial integrity and national unity, and respect its independence and sovereignty”.

The G7 (short for Group of Seven) is an organization made up of the world’s seven largest so-called advanced economies:

1. Canada2. France3. Germany4. Italy5. Japan6. United Kingdom7. United States

The G7 was originally formed in the 1970s to facilitate economic cooperation and discuss global issues among the world’s leading industrialized nations. The group’s primary goals include:- Promoting global economic stability and prosperity- Fostering international cooperation on issues like trade, energy, and security- Addressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality.

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G7 member countries meet annually for a summit, where they discuss pressing global issues and set priorities for cooperation. The G7 has also expanded its membership to include other countries and international organizations, such as the European Union, on a temporary or ad-hoc basis.