Syrian President Ahmad Al-Shar’, on Saturday, traveled to Azerbaijan for his first official visit since assuming office on January 29, 2025.

The official Syrian news agency, SANA, confirmed the president’s departure to Azerbaijan but did not provide details on the duration or agenda of the visit.

Since taking office, Al-Shar’ has conducted several foreign visits, including trips to Turkey, France, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, aiming to strengthen Syria’s diplomatic relations.