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Aleppo Citadel Becomes First Site for Syria’s Touristech Initiative to Develop Digital Tourism Experiences

News Desk 28/09/2026

Syria marked World Tourism Day on September 27 with the launch of Touristech at the Aleppo Citadel, a national initiative using technology to showcase the country’s heritage through an interactive tourism experience. The project was launched in Aleppo as the first phase of a broader initiative

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Three Days to Go: Syria Travel Show 2026 Set to Welcome Regional and International Tourism Leaders to Damascus

News Desk 25/09/2026

With only three days remaining, final preparations are underway for the inaugural Syria Travel Show 2026, taking place from 28–30 September at Al Moutanbi Hall, Dama Rose Hotel in Damascus. The three-day event will bring together tourism authorities, investors, hospitality and aviation leaders, travel companies, technology providers, entrepreneurs and industry specialists

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Arada enters Syria via partnership with Syrian Sovereign Fund to develop $7bn mixed-use megaproject in New Damascus

News Desk 01/09/2026

Arada, one of the world’s fastest-growing master developers, has announced its entry into the Syrian Arab Republic through a joint venture with the state-owned Syrian Sovereign Fund. The joint venture’s first project will be the development of a major new fully integrated city on a four million square metre site west of Damascus. Arada and […]

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Syria’s Ministry of Tourism Signs MoU with Three Saudi Technology Firms to Build an Integrated Digital Tourism Ecosystem

News Desk 24/07/2026

Syria’s Ministry of Tourism has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with three Saudi technology companies: Tamkeen, Cipher and Hawaz, to accelerate the digital transformation of the country’s tourism sector through the development of an integrated digital ecosystem that enhances the visitor experience, strengthens institutional capability and

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Syria Reports 448% Increase in Foreign Tourist Arrivals in First Half of 2026

News Desk 21/07/2026

Syria recorded a 111% increase in visitor arrivals during the first half of 2026, with 3.52 million visitors arriving in the country compared with 1.67 million during the same period in 2025, according to recent figures released by the Ministry of Tourism. The growth was driven by a 448% increase in international tourist arrivals, while […]

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Ghassan Aboud Automotive Partners with IVECO to Bring World-Class Commercial Vehicles to Syria

News Desk 09/07/2026

Ghassan Aboud Automotive, a subsidiary of Ghassan Aboud Holding, has signed a strategic distribution agreement with IVECO, a global leader in commercial vehicle manufacturing. The partnership marks an important milestone in supporting Syria’s reconstruction and development efforts while strengthening IVECO’s presence in the Syrian market.   Through its

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Ghassan Aboud Automotive Syria Expands with Launch of Grand Auto & Machinery Co. (GAMCO)

News Desk 22/06/2026

Ghassan Aboud Automotive, Syria announced a new milestone in its growth strategy with the launch of Grand Auto & Machinery Co. (GAMCO), a newly established company under its portfolio specializing in commercial vehicles, agricultural equipment, construction machinery, heavy equipment, industrial technologies, and integrated mobility solutions.   Established to

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Syria’s Ministry of Tourism announces $300M Damascus Mega-Development Project to Boost Tourism Sector

News Desk 08/04/2026

Syria’s Ministry of Tourism has partnered with Ezdihar Holding to develop “The Beaumont”, the country’s first fully integrated residential, commercial, and leisure project. Covering 77,000 square metres with an estimated investment of $250–300 million, the development represents a significant step in revitalising Syria’s tourism sector and strengthening its role as a

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Jordan’s Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) and the RIPE NCC Organise Regional Advanced IPv6 Training in Amman to Strengthen Network Readiness in Jordan and Syria

News Desk 23/02/2026

The RIPE Network Coordination Centre (RIPE NCC), in collaboration with the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Jordan (TRC), organised a specialised regional training programme on Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). The three-day programme, held in Amman, drew strong participation from telecommunications companies and Internet service providers in Jordan and Syria,

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UAE and Syria among the winners on second day of FBMA International Show Jumping Cup

News Desk 16/01/2026

UAE and Syria were among the winners on day two of the 13th edition of the FBMA International Show Jumping Cup 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Wednesday’s schedule at Al Forsan International Sports Resort saw eight categories being held and once again there were some impressive performances in the UAE capital. Organised by Fatima Bint Mubarak […]

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Daikin Reinforces its Commitment to Syria’s Reconstruction Efforts at Buildex 2025

News Desk 16/12/2025

Daikin Middle East & Africa, a global leader in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration (HVAC-R) solutions, announced its attendance at the International Construction Exhibition, “Buildex 2025”. Held at the Damascus International Fairground, Daikin’s participation reaffirms its long-standing commitment, and continued presence in Syria, during the

Energy News

Dana Gas Signs Landmark MoU to Redevelop Major Gas Fields in Syria, Including Abu Rabah

Nishitha Rachel 12/11/2025

Dana Gas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC) to explore the redevelopment and expansion of several key gas fields in central Syria  including the Abu Rabah field, one of the country’s largest. The agreement marks a significant milestone, positioning Dana Gas as the first international company to partner […]

NEWS DESK GCC Kuwait

KUWAIT PLEDGES US$ 16 MILLION TO WFP TO PROVIDE LIFE-SAVING ASSISTANCE TO THE MOST VULNERABLE IN SYRIA AND TÜRKIYE

News Desk 09/05/2023

KUWAIT – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomed a recent contribution of US$16 million from the Government of Kuwait to support people in Syria and Türkiye who have been worst affected by the February earthquake in the region. In Türkiye, WFP will use the funds to provide food assistance for around 150,000 crisis-affected […]

Business

YoHo Provides Emergency Relief to Earthquake Victims in Turkey and Syria

Middle East News 247 23/03/2023

HONG KONG — YoHo, the voice social networking platform attached to a listed company, has sent its Chinese members of the Middle East team to the frontlines to offer condolences to its local agency manager, content creators, and users who have suffered from the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. The YoHo team in Syria has […]

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HALF OF SYRIA’S POPULATION FACES HUNGER AS CONFLICT PASSES 12-YEAR MILESTONE

News Desk 14/03/2023

DAMASCUS – An average monthly wage in Syria currently covers about a quarter of a family’s food needs, the UN World Food Programme said today, highlighting an urgent need for increased humanitarian assistance as the country grapples with the devastating impact of recent earthquakes and a 12-year-long conflict. Some 12.1 million people, more than 50% […]

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Bridgestone Supports Relief Efforts for Turkey-Syria Earthquake

News Desk 15/02/2023

Brussels (15 February 2023) — Bridgestone Corporation would like to express its deepest sympathy to all the people affected by the earthquake that struck near the Turkish-Syrian border on February 6, 2023 and wishes for a speedy and full recovery for the people and communities. Bridgestone will donate one million Euros through the Red Cross […]

Business

Human Appeal: 1000 Homes in 100 Hours for Displaced of Syria After Quake

Middle East News 247 14/02/2023

MANCHESTER, England — Just over 100 hours after the first earthquake hit northwest Syria, global charity Human Appeal has offered 1,000 newly built brick homes as housing for internally displaced families who lost their homes in the massive earthquake that recently struck the region. Human Appeal is the first international humanitarian NGO to offer permanent […]

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WFP Food Reaches Families in Northwest and Other Parts of Syria Affected By Devastating Earthquakes

News Desk 10/02/2023

Areas of Syria closest to the epicentre of the earthquakes have been strained by 12 years of conflict and people there were already living in extremely difficult conditions. Freezing temperatures add to their plight and make rapid humanitarian action essential. ·       The quake-affected cities of Latakia, Tartous, Hama, Aleppo, and Idlib

Business

The IKEA Foundation Commits €10 Million to Provide Emergency Assistance in Türkiye and Northern Syria

Middle East News 247 09/02/2023

LEIDEN, The Netherlands: The donation will go to Médecins Sans Frontières’ (MSF) emergency fund to provide life saving care where medical needs are the greatest. This will support the delivery of essential aid, including medical assistance, psychological support and healthcare services to those most impacted by the devastating earthquake. The IKEA Foundation is also