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Omran and A3&Co sign strategic partnership to modernise Syrian cement sector
International Cement Review
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August 19, 2025
The General Company for Cement and Building Materials (Omran) has signed a landmark cooperation agreement with UAE-based A³&Co, a consultancy specialising in the cement industry, to accelerate the modernisation of Syria’s cement sector and...
Economy Minister discusses means of enhancing Economic Cooperation with Syrian-Saudi Business Council
SANA
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August 19, 2025
Riyadh, SANA- Minister of Economy and Industry, Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar, discussed with a delegation from the Syrian-Saudi Business Council ways to enhance economic cooperation between Syria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The meeting, held in...
Syria cooperates with UN’s ESCWA to develop statistical system
Enab Baladi
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August 19, 2025
Syria’s Planning and Statistics Authority, in cooperation with the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), inaugurated a virtual diagnostic workshop on national accounts in Syria. According to the Authority’s publications, on...
Saudi Arabia, Syria to create joint investment fund
Zawya
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Saudi Arabia and Syria are moving toward the establishment of a joint investment fund to serve as a central platform for structured, well-governed projects that meet the development needs of both nations. The initiative aims to accelerate...
Omran and A³&Co. Ink sign strategic partnership to advance Syria’s cement industry
World Cement
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August 19, 2025
The General Company for Cement and Building Materials (Omran) and A³&Co., a specialised consultancy in the cement industry, have signed a strategic cooperation agreement that aims to accelerate the transformation of Syria’s cement sector and...
Syria and Saudi Arabia Sign Landmark Agreement to Promote and Protect Mutual Investments
The Syrian Observer
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August 19, 2025
In a major step towards strengthening economic ties, Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Dr Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar and Saudi Minister of Investment Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz al-Falih have signed a bilateral agreement to promote and protect...
Local initiative calls for unity, rejects foreign meddling in Syria’s Suwayda
Shafaq News
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2025-08-18T16:48:52+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News – Damascus The Popular Initiative Committee for resolving the crisis in Syria’s Suwayda province reaffirmed on Monday its commitment to fostering national dialogue and...
Saudi-Syrian Roundtable Meeting boosts economic ties
GCC Business News
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August 19, 2025
The Saudi-Syrian Roundtable Meeting was held with the participation of Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih, Syria’s Minister of Economy and Industry Dr. Mohammad Nidal Al-Shaar, and representatives from the private sector and companies from...
Tension rising between Syria’s government and the Kurdish-led SDF
Mission Network News
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August 19, 2025
Syria (MNN) — Integrate or separate? The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) control much of northeast Syria. Back in March, they signed a tentative deal with Syria’s president about one day integrating into the national army. But talks...
Saudi Arabia, Syria Plan Joint ‘Fund of Funds’ to Expand Investments
Asharq Al-Awsat
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August 19, 2025
Riyadh and Damascus are moving toward the establishment of a joint Saudi–Syrian investment fund, designed to serve as a central platform for structured, well-governed projects that meet the development needs of both nations. The initiative,...
Creative Chaos: Inside The CIA's Covert War To Topple The Syrian Government
Zero Hedge
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Authored by Joseph Solis-Mullen via The Mises Institute, For over a decade, the dominant Western narrative on the Syrian War has been simple: a peaceful uprising turned into a brutal civil war because of Bashar al-Assad’s ruthless crackdown on his...
Syria, Arab Town Organization explore Syrian Cities’ International Presence
SANA
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August 18, 2025
Damascus, SANA – Minister of Local Administration and Environment, Eng. Mohammad Anjarani, discussed with Secretary-General of the Arab Towns Organization, Abdulrahman al-Asfour, ways to consolidate the presence of Syrian cities in regional and...
Syria, Saudi Arabia discuss Investment Development and Industrial Cooperation
SANA
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August 18, 2025
Riyadh, SANA- Minister of Economy and Industry, Mohammad Nidal Al-Shaar, discussed on Monday with Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef means of enhancing bilateral cooperation and developing investments...
Qatar continues its support for Syria’s reconstructions
Qatar Tribune
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August 19, 2025
QNA Damascus The State of Qatar continues its support for the Syrian people through a wide range of humanitarian and development projects carried out by its official and charitable institutions across various Syrian governorates. The efforts aim...
Syrian Delegation Heads to Riyadh to Boost Economic Ties
Khaama Press
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August 18, 2025
A Syrian delegation visits Riyadh to boost economic ties after a $6.4 billion investment pledge, as Damascus quietly restructures its economy amid political and sanction challenges. A Syrian delegation led by Minister of Economy and Industry...
Qatar leading humanitarian partner in supporting Syria's reconstruction
Gulf Times
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August 18, 2025
Qatar continues its support for the Syrian people through a wide range of humanitarian and development projects carried out by its official and charitable institutions across various Syrian governorates. These efforts aim to strengthen the...
Syria’s Central Bank Governor “Hasriyeh”: Syrian pound has strengthened by about 35%
Enab Baladi
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August 18, 2025
The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Abdul Qader Hasriyeh, said that the current policy of the bank is based on several main pillars, most notably: achieving monetary stability, building an institutional framework and tools for monetary...
Al-Falih: Tadawul to carry out feasibility study on operating Damascus Stock Exchange
Saudi Gazette
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August 18, 2025
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih said that the Tadawul (Saudi Stock Exchange) has launched preparations for a comprehensive feasibility study on establishing and operating a Damascus Stock Exchange....
Qatar: A leading humanitarian, development partner in supporting Syria's recovery, reconstruction
Qatar Tribune
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August 18, 2025
DAMASCUS: The State of Qatar continues its support for the Syrian people through a wide range of humanitarian and development projects carried out by its official and charitable institutions across various Syrian governorates. These efforts aim to...
After Assad, Zionism And The Turks Coordinate Efforts Against The Islamic Resistance In Syria
SouthFront
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August 18, 2025
Support SouthFront Click to see the full-size image Written by Damir Nazarov While the world media covering the events in Syria trumpet the genocide of the Druze and describe it as a form of “cold war” between the pro-Druze Zionists on one side...