A Year of Liberation: December 8th and Syria’s Journey Home
One year ago today, December 8th, the world watched as Syria reclaimed its freedom. On this momentous date in 2024, Bashar al-Assad’s brutal dictatorship collapsed, bringing to an end nearly 54 years of the Assad family’s authoritarian rule and almost 14 years of devastating civil conflict. What followed was not a moment of conclusion, but […]
[UK-Guide] Doing Business in Syria: A Practical Guide for Entrepreneurs and Exporters
Introduction Syria remains a complex but significant market in the Middle East — with a long history of trade, skilled labor, and strong regional connections. Despite ongoing challenges, there are growing opportunities for responsible international businesses and members of the Syrian diaspora who wish to support reconstruction, sustainable development, and local enterprise growth. This guide […]
Syria’s Path Forward: President al-Sharaa’s Strategic Visit to Saudi Arabia Signals New Era of Economic Partnership
On October 29, 2025, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa delivered a landmark address at the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII) conference in Riyadh, marking a pivotal moment in Syria’s post-war recovery journey and its deepening strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia. 🎯 Key Highlights from the Visit đź’° A Groundbreaking $28 Billion Investment Achievement In a remarkable […]
Reconnecting Lives: Syrian Returnees and a New Chapter in Their Homeland
In an era of profound transition for Syria, the movement of returnees—many of whom lived for years in Europe—carries significance not only for the individuals involved, but for the future of the country. Driven by hope, economic possibility, sense of identity and the desire to rebuild, these returns form a tangible link between diaspora, Europe […]
Syria’s Path to Recovery: Investment, Economic Opportunity, and Hope for Returnees (Mid-October 2025)
As Syria enters a pivotal moment in its recovery journey, October 2025 marks a turning point filled with promising developments. The past 48 hours have brought significant news of major investment deals totaling $14 billion, expanded opportunities for returning refugees, and concrete steps toward economic stabilization. From Gulf states and European partners committing to infrastructure […]
Syrian Entrepreneurship Drives Recovery: How Startups and Digital Innovation Empower Returnees
Resilience Ignites Syria’s Entrepreneurial RevivalSyria is entering a new era of economic opportunity, driven by a wave of resilient entrepreneurs and innovative small businesses determined to reset the country’s future. Despite years of instability, local startups and SME founders are fostering genuine change—supported by programs such as Aga Khan Foundation’s Accelerate Prosperity, which delivers mentorship, […]
Syrians Vote in Indirect Elections for First Post-Assad Parliament
Damascus / Various locations: Vote counting is underway across Syria after the country held what are being described as its first parliamentary elections since the end of the Assad era. The results, expected in phases, mark a controversial step in Syria’s fragile political transition. What Took Place In this election, 140 of the 210 seats […]
Bridging Worlds: A Syrian Visit to the United Nations – What It Means for Syria Meets Europe
This week, Syria turned a new page in its history. For the first time in nearly sixty years, a Syrian president addressed the UN General Assembly, watched live in city squares across Syria as thousands waved flags and celebrated the return of their nation to the international stage. Syria Meets Europe stands as witness and […]
Homecoming to Darayya: A Return Full of Memories and New Perspectives
A personal travel report by Walaa Ziadeh Four months after the fall of the regime, my mother, brother and I were at airport Hamburg, waiting for our long flight to Damascus. It has been 12 years since we left Syria. Although these years have been full of longing for home, we did not dare to […]