Syria

India-Syria relations continue to exhibit a positive and stable trajectory, anchored by historical ties and India's consistent pragmatic engagement with the new Syrian government. Within the last 30 days, a notable positive development includes India's ongoing support through an Observership Programme for Syrian doctors in Delhi in July 2026, demonstrating continued cooperation in crucial sectors. This follows earlier engagements, such as the February 2026 meeting between Syria's Finance Minister and India's Chargé d'Affaires to discuss economic and financial cooperation, including potential credit lines. India's sustained diplomatic presence in Damascus throughout the period of conflict and transition, coupled with its emphasis on a 'Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process,' is appreciated by the Syrian government and people, reinforcing the perception of India as a reliable partner. However, while the historical stance of the Syrian government, particularly under the Assad regime, viewing the Kashmir issue as 'India's internal matter' was a cornerstone of their friendship, there is no explicit public statement from the current al-Sharaa government reiterating this position within the last 30 days, nor is it prominently highlighted in recent discourse, which somewhat tempers the sentiment score compared to its historical peak.