Syria has conducted its first international card transaction in more than 15 years, which was processed by Mastercard and QNB Group. In 2011, Syria was cut-off from the global financial system as the …
Syrian-Turkish Business Forum opens in Damascus with participation of 40 Turkish firms
The Syrian-Turkish Business Forum opened Wednesday at the Seven Gates Hotel in Damascus, with 40 Turkish companies taking part in …
Iran security chief threatens neighbors against economic measures, and other Mideast developments
Iran’s president says the world has accepted that it’s won the war with the United States and remarks by the U.S. Ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria appear to contradict official U.S.
Syria forms business councils with Cyprus, Czech Republic
Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal al-Shaar issued decisions on Sunday forming the Syrian-Cypriot and Syrian-Czech business …
Lebanon and Syria push economic reset with Damascus investment conference planned
Amer Bisat, Lebanese economy minister, tells The National the neighbours are rebuilding business ties as cash-strapped Lebanon seeks foreign capital …
Syrian and U.S. officials discuss Syria’s reintegration into global financial system
Syrian Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh held talks with a senior U.S. Treasury official on Sunday on efforts to reintegrate …
Finance Minister: Syria’s economy expected to grow 11.3% in 2026
Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh said Syria’s economy is expected to grow by 11.3% this year, with growth momentum projected to …
Salam pushes for stronger economic ties with Syria
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Monday called for activating the Lebanese-Syrian Business Council to boost trade, investment and …
The fascinating Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, Syria: Real or fake?
Four Seasons is known for being one of the world’s most luxurious ”mainstream” luxury hotel groups, and the brand has properties all around the globe. But did you know that the company also has a …
World Bank approves $100m grant to modernise Syria financial sectorPublished on: August 10, 2026 3:33 PM
Pakistan, Aug. 10 — The World Bank has approved a $100 million grant to help Syria modernise its financial sector. The funding comes through the International Development Association. It will support …