Al-Bab Industrial City to Expand to 142 Hectares

The Al-Bab area administration in eastern Aleppo countryside announced a package of new investment and industrial projects at a community meeting of economic and social figures in the city on Monday. The projects aim to stimulate economic activity and expand job opportunities, according to SANA.

Commercial and Real Estate Projects

Al-Bab area official Hussein al-Shahabi told SANA that the projects include three residential and commercial towers and a mall in the city centre, in partnership between the city council and real estate developers.

The package also includes the Silk Road markets complex, which will house an exhibition city and service centres, aiming to attract commercial activity from across the governorates.

Industrial City Expansion

Al-Shahabi said the industrial city will be expanded from 56 to 142 hectares, providing a suitable environment for industrialists and, in his words, contributing about 10,000 jobs.

Participants' Views

Investor Omar Eskeif said the projects are accompanied by efforts to develop infrastructure and provide the necessary facilities for investors.

Activist Naim al-Louman called for:

• Improved road networks and more schools.
• Completion of the strategic irrigation project.
• Development of industrial areas and markets, to keep pace with population growth and rising pressure on services.

Context of the Announcement

The announcement comes within the drive to strengthen Al-Bab's economic and commercial role and develop its service and industrial facilities to meet residents' needs and support recovery and development.