Damascus, (SANA) – President Bashar al-Assad discussed on Sunday with a delegation of the German-Arab Friendship Society (DAFG) headed by its President Dr. Otto Wiesheu the Society's role in bolstering dialogue, understanding and friendship between German and Arab peoples and its role in developing economic, cultural and political cooperation between Germany and the Arab Nation.

Talks during the meeting discussed the current boom in Syria, with President al-Assad addressing the delegation's questions regarding the ongoing process of economic development in Syria and the improvement of its investment environment.

Talks also touched upon the latest developments in the Middle East and Syria's pivotal role in finding realistic solutions to the region's problems, with members of the delegation praising Syria's civilization, heritage, values and religious tolerance.

The meeting was attended by Chairman of the Arab and Foreign Affairs Committee at the People's Assembly Suleiman Haddad and the German Ambassador in Damascus Volkmar Wenzel.

In a statement to SANA following the meeting, Dr. Wiesheu described his meeting with President al-Assad as "rich and transparent," adding that the meeting touched upon the peace process in the region, the situation in Palestine, Lebanon and Iraq, in addition to the possibility of cooperation in economy, culture and higher education.

"We have perceived President al-Assad's commitment to establishing peace in the region," Dr. Wiesheu said, stressing Syria's integral role in establishing security and stability and finding solutions to the region's problems.

The DAFG delegation includes the German Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Affairs, representatives of German political parties, and a number of businessmen and journalists.

H. Sabbagh  / Ahmad Fathi ZAHRA