Syrian Investment Commission Presents New Investment Law at Syria-Turkey Business Forum in Istanbul

The Syrian Investment Commission took part in the Syria-Turkey Business and Investment Forum held in Istanbul, in a move reflecting the Syrian government's drive to attract international economic partnerships and strengthen ties with the Turkish private sector.

During the forum, the Commission presented the key provisions of Syria's new investment law, including the incentive packages and exemptions available to investors, with particular emphasis on opportunities in the industrial sector as a primary engine of economic growth.

The forum addressed a range of priority economic files, most notably opportunities for rebuilding infrastructure, and ways to develop the banking and logistics systems to create a more conducive environment for joint investment. The event was organized by Turkey's Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK) and was attended by Syrian Economy and Industry Minister Mohammad Nidal al-Shaar, alongside representatives from Turkey's Ministry of Trade and a broad cross-section of business leaders from both countries.

The forum's panels covered logistics, banking, and contracting, reflecting the breadth of sectors where bilateral cooperation is expected to deepen. Bilateral trade between Syria and Turkey reached $3.7 billion in 2025, with both governments targeting a $5 billion threshold in the near term. The forum underscores a shared commitment to translating mutual understanding into durable investment partnerships that support Syria's rebuilding journey.