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Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Hind Kabawat, at Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar. (SANA)
Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Hind Kabawat, at Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar. (SANA)

Syria champions women, youth and the vulnerable at global social justice summit

4 November 2025.  At Doha summit, aimed at translating social justice goals into action, Syrian Minister Hind Kabawat urged strengthening international cooperation to meet mutual challenges. Her address highlighted Syria’s commitment to programs supporting disempowered groups.Read more at:  SANA

Syrian delegation attends annual Future Investment Initiative (FII9) in Riyadh. (L24)
Syrian delegation attends annual Future Investment Initiative (FII9) in Riyadh. (L24)

Global investor confidence in Syria’s development grows

30 October 2025.  Syria’s presence at FII9, one of world’s largest investment forums, marked a new phase in development, called “a clear signal of Syria’s return to the international investment scene.” President al-Sharaa revealed that $28 billion in investments had been secured over 10 months.Read more at:  LEVANT24Watch video at: YOUTUBE

Syria’s National Commission for Transitional Justice visits Rwanda. (SANA)
Syria’s National Commission for Transitional Justice visits Rwanda. (SANA)

Rwanda provides inspiration for charting Syria’s path to national reconciliation

28 October 2025.  Syria’s National Commission for Transitional Justice is researching the world’s best practices to forge its own path to peace and reconciliation following years of conflict. Members are learning from Rwanda’s experience in “overcoming the effects of genocide and fostering community peace.”Read more at:  SANA

Syrian Finance Minister, Mohammed Yosr Bernieh, receives International Monetary Fund mission in Damascus. (Minister of Finance, Facebook)
Syrian Finance Minister, Mohammed Yosr Bernieh, receives International Monetary Fund mission in Damascus. (Minister of Finance, Facebook)

IMF offers technical support for Syria’s state budget and financial stabilization

28 October 2025.  An IMF mission arrived in Damascus to begin technical cooperation with the Finance Ministry, in areas including fiscal reform and public finance. This relationship is a hopeful step for building investor confidence in Syria as it struggles to meet the demands of reconstruction.Read more at:  ENABBALADI

Lattakia’s National Museum celebrates historic renovation. (SANA)
Lattakia’s National Museum celebrates historic renovation. (SANA)

“Your Country, Your Responsibility” group organizes event to honor Syria’s cultural legacy

28 October 2025.  Lattakia’s National Museum celebrated the restoration of its 17th century edifice with dance, art, and film, showcasing Syria’s rich and diverse heritage. Organized by the “Your Country, Your Responsibility” association with local officials, the event spotlighted the museum’s cultural significance.Read more at:  SANA

Syria signs agreement with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to implement Qatari-Saudi grant for public wages. (Mohamed Yisr Barnieh, Facebook)
Syria signs agreement with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to implement Qatari-Saudi grant for public wages. (Mohamed Yisr Barnieh, Facebook)

Qatari-Saudi grant of $89M will support public sector salaries and the nation’s stability

28 October 2025.  With help from the UNDP, Syria will begin to disburse a $28 million monthly grant, over three months, to cover part of public sector employees’ wages. Subject to renewal by both donor countries, the grant is intended to sustain essential services and enhance national recovery efforts.Read more at:  SANA

“Artists of the Future” exhibition features drawings of young Syrian artists. (SANA)
“Artists of the Future” exhibition features drawings of young Syrian artists. (SANA)

Damascus promotes culture of art with “Artists of the Future” program

27 October 2025.  The drawings of 100 young artists were presented at an event sponsored by the Ministry of Culture to support children’s creativity and to promote a culture of art. The drawings, expressing children’s hope for Syria’s future, contained messages encouraging reading and the value of knowledge.Read more at:  SANA

Druze statesman, Walid Jumblatt, urges unity as a shield for Syria in TV interview. (SANA)
Druze statesman, Walid Jumblatt, urges unity as a shield for Syria in TV interview. (SANA)

“Suwaida is inseparable from the Syrian homeland,” declares prominent Druze leader

25 October 2025.  Walid Jumblatt, a Lebanese politician and Druze leader with deep historic ties to Syria, stated that unity is essential for safeguarding Syria’s sovereignty. He said investigations into the Sweida incidents, along with justice and reconciliation, are keys to rebuilding trust and resolving the crisis.Read more at: SANA

National University Hospital in Damascus hosts first Euro-Arab Medical Conference. (SANA)
National University Hospital in Damascus hosts first Euro-Arab Medical Conference. (SANA)

Over 1,000 doctors meet in Damascus to advance healthcare in Syria and the region

24 October 2025.  The historic post-war meeting was held to strengthen ties between Syrian doctors in Europe and their Syrian counterparts, and to transfer modern medical expertise from European centers to Syria. Seeing the goal as alleviating suffering, the conference also had a spiritual and ethical dimension.Read more at:  SANA

MED9 Summit—the leaders of France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Croatia, plus Jordan--held in Portoroz, Slovenia. (L24)
MED9 Summit—the leaders of France, Italy, Spain, Greece, Cyprus, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, Croatia, plus Jordan--held in Portoroz, Slovenia. (L24)

Peace in Syria declared essential to stability of Mediterranean countries and European security

22 October 2025.  The MED9 Summit signalled a turning point in Syria’s regional reintegration, with leaders of the 9 nations agreeing that peace in Syria is a cornerstone of the region’s security. They called for greater cooperation in reconstruction, economic revitalization, and normalization of political ties with Damascus.Read more at:  LEVANT24