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First Syrian-American Business Forum opens in Damascus to boost economic cooperation

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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 13, 2026
Economy minister tells Syrian-American Forum new chapter opening in U.S. economic ties
Damascus, July 13 (SANA) Syrian Economy and Industry Minister Nidal al-Shaar said on Monday that Syria was opening “a new chapter” in its economic relationship with the United States, following recent U.S. decisions that would help revive trade, investment and financial cooperation. Speaking at the first Annual Syrian-American Business Forum organized by the Syrian-American Business []
Le Monde
· Jun 29, 2026
At the Four Seasons in Damascus, power shifts but the elite remain
A symbol of Bashar al-Assad's grip on Syria, this luxury hotel, which opened in 2005 in the heart of the capital, was the scene of lavish parties and business dealings among those close to the regime, until the fall of the dictator in December 2024. For a time, it served as the headquarters of the new leaders; today, the establishment is a networking hub for entrepreneurs seeking business opportunities in a country where everything must be rebuilt.
Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs
· Jun 25, 2026
Defensible Borders with Syria?
Emerging cooperation between Israel and Syria—focused on deterring Iran, stabilizing the border region, and coordinating security measures—offers both nations new opportunities for peace and regional integration. The post Defensible Borders with Syria? appeared first on Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs.
The Jerusalem Post
· Jul 7, 2026
Explosions heard in Damascus, reasons unknown, witness says
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Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jul 1, 2026
Israeli Patrol Enters "Valley Company" in Southern Syria
Israeli Patrol Enters "Valley Company" in Southern Syria
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 8, 2026
Raghunath Rapeen’s 30-Day Journey with Sundeep Makthala Led to KAARV’s USD 4 Million Investment
Dubai, UAE: In a remarkable milestone for cross-border innovation and entrepreneurship, KAARV IT Consultancy FZ-LLC, a healthcare technology company incorporated in the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), UAE, unveiled KAARV Milestone 1.0 at the exclusive ICIE (International Council for Innovators Entrepreneurs) Deal Room held in Dubai. The event brought together international investors, representatives from the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), Emirati business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovation ecosystem leaders, and global dignitaries for an exclusive closed-door engagement focused on innovation, strategic partnerships, and global growth opportunities. For Raghunath Rapeen (Raghu), Founder of KAARV, the occasion marked the beginning of a
Daily News Egypt
· Jul 4, 2026
Banque Misr launches Riyadh branch, begins banking operations in Saudi Arabia
Banque Misr has officially launched its branch in Riyadh, marking the start of its banking operations in Saudi Arabia after completing all regulatory requirements and obtaining approval from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The expansion reflects the growing economic partnership between Egypt and Saudi Arabia and reinforces Banque Misr’s strategy to support business activity, facilitate [] The post Banque Misr launches Riyadh branch, begins banking operations in Saudi Arabia first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.
Al Arabiya English
· Jul 2, 2026
Aftermath of Deadly Blast in Central Damascus
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· Jul 5, 2026
Macron to visit Syria with business delegation
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· Jun 27, 2026
Libya’s Development Fund Hosts Business Forum in Benghazi
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The Independent
· Jul 6, 2026
Macron arrives in Syria as first major western leader to visit war-torn country under new leadership
French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Syria, becoming the first major western leader to visit since Bashar al-Assad's ouster in 2024
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Related coverage for "First Syrian-American Business Forum opens in Damascus to boost economic cooperation": Syrian Arab News Agency — Economy minister tells Syrian-American Forum new chapter opening in U.S. economic ties. Le Monde — At the Four Seasons in Damascus, power shifts but the elite remain. Jerusalem Center for Security and Foreign Affairs — Defensible Borders with Syria?. The Jerusalem Post — Explosions heard in Damascus, reasons unknown, witness says. Yemen News Agency - SABA — Israeli Patrol Enters "Valley Company" in Southern Syria. The Eastern Herald — Raghunath Rapeen’s 30-Day Journey with Sundeep Makthala Led to KAARV’s USD 4 Million Investment. Daily News Egypt — Banque Misr launches Riyadh branch, begins banking operations in Saudi Arabia. Al Arabiya English — Aftermath of Deadly Blast in Central Damascus. AzerNews — Macron to visit Syria with business delegation. Libya Review — Libya’s Development Fund Hosts Business Forum in Benghazi. The Independent — Macron arrives in Syria as first major western leader to visit war-torn country under new leadership

