400 billion dollars to build a new Syria

The Minister of Economy and Industry in the Syrian Arab Republic, Dr. Muhammad Nidal Al -Shaar, stressed that Syria is entering a historical transformation phase after lifting the economic sanctions imposed on it, revealing the flow of expected investments exceeding $ 100 billion during the coming period, in light of a new investment environment more flexible and stable.

The slogan said during a dialogue session on the closing day of the Arab Media Summit 2025: “We are on the threshold of a new birth, and with the demise of the sanctions, the process of attracting investments has become more easy, especially after removing many bureaucratic obstacles and creating a modern legal environment.”

UAE in the lead

The Minister pointed out that the United Arab Emirates tops friendly countries in the size of the current and future investments in Syria, stressing the leadership role of the Emirates in supporting reconstruction efforts and enhancing sustainable development in various Syrian sectors.

He said: “We are keen to attract investors and spare them the investment chaos witnessed in some stages, and we are also working to enable them to manage their investments with the utmost flexibility and confidence.”

Clear

The slogan added: “The next Syria will be a country with clear planning, and the Syrian north will return to the bosom of the state. We do not restore the reconstruction of ancient Syria, but rather we build a radically different Syria, at an estimated cost of 400 billion dollars.”

He stressed that the return of the Syrian youth from abroad began, expressing his pride in this return by saying: “It is sufficient for us that they are Syrians … they are the fuel of the next stage, and the most important element in building the future.”

Privatization is not a sale … but a rational administration
In response to the questions about the government’s orientation towards privatization, the slogan explained that: “Privatization is a loose expression. We do not sell the property of the Syrian people, but rather manage it in its favor. The assets are public ownership, and what we do is a systematic and studied administration, which achieves benefit to all groups of society.”

Tourism is a major investment axis

The slogan revealed the launch of a comprehensive national investment map for the tourism sector, saying: “Tourism will be one of the main pillars of the Syrian economy, and we work with experts and specialists to reformulate the concept of tourism in line with the cultural and cultural nature of Syria, and we will present the new map with all transparency soon.”

Frozen money abroad

Regarding the Syrian money frozen abroad, he pointed out that there are continuous efforts to restore them although they do not represent huge numbers, adding: “We have the freedom to make decision -making in vital sectors, especially in the fields of industry and production, and we are keen to partnership in decision -making to ensure the sustainability of development.”

He also emphasized the existence of a tendency to amend some old laws, and turn them into tools that stimulate development.

A possible change in the Syrian currency

The slogan gave a study to restructure the financial system, saying: “With Syria entering a new stage, royalties have disappeared, and we are studying the possibility of issuing a new currency or resorting to digital currencies, within the framework of developing financial transactions and modernizing the banking structure.”

A gradual improvement in the lives of the Syrians

The slogan concluded his speech by emphasizing a tangible improvement in the life of the Syrian person during the past six months, saying: “The Syrian has become easier for his basic needs, and we are working to enable him by all possible means. We also prepare a comprehensive report every two months to monitor achievements and evaluate economic performance, according to the directives of the new Syrian president.”