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Abdulhamid Alkhalifa, director-general of the OPEC Fund for International Development and Syrian Finance Minister, Muhammad Barnieh in Washington, DC. (L24)Syria seeks renewal of international programs cancelled under old regime
19 April 2026. During the annual spring meetings of the world’s major global financial institutions in Washington, Syria’s Finance Minister met with the World Bank, IMF and OPEC’s Fund for International Development to restart programs rescinded under the previous regime and present new initiatives.
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Visitors gather at the gateway of the National Museum of Damascus on World Heritage Day, April 18, 2026. (SANA)Cultural ‘marathon’ held in Old City of Damascus on World Heritage Day
18 April 2026. Students at Damascus University staged a ‘heritage marathon,’ serving as guides to many ancient sites in the Old City, which has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The event was designed to highlight Syria’s cultural richness and strengthen its appeal as a center of tourism.
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Syrian women create natural perfumes that preserve heritage and boost income
18 April 2026. Natural perfume-making is expanding in Syria through home-based projects led by women. They are turning traditional skills into small businesses that meet market demand, create income, preserve heritage, and support women’s economic empowerment.
Read more at: SANA
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Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Hind Kabawat (center), speaks on Syria’s path toward stability during a panel discussion at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026. (MOSAL SY)Social cohesion is prioritized in building foundations of the New Syria
17 April 2026. At a global diplomacy event in Antalya, Turkey, with 150 countries represented, Social Affairs Minister Kabawat described Syria’s priorities as building unity and harmony through dialogue and fostering sustainable development, along with combatting poverty and welcoming returning refugees.
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Syria seeks to serve as bridge between nations, President tells global forum
17 April 2026. In a wide-ranging interview covering Syria’s positions on diverse issues, President al-Sharaa emphasized Syria’s commitment to helping resolve regional crises and developing regional stability, stressing its focus on diplomacy and the country’s potential as a secure trade and energy corridor.
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Robert Petit, head of the General Assembly’s International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM), created in 2016 in response to Syria’s war crimes. (SANA)UN report lauds Syria’s progress in fostering transitional justice
16 April 2026. Reporting on its first full year of investigating Syria’s progress with transitional justice, the IIIM, created by the General Assembly in 2016 to help investigate and prosecute Syria’s war crimes, applauded the new government’s cooperation with the UN and its creation of institutions to secure justice.
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New exhibit spotlights artwork of emerging artists drawing from personal experience
16 April 2026. The “Athar” (“Trace”) exhibition in Damascus brings together 47 works of 16 young artists, presenting realistic paintings that explore personal experiences, local characters, Damascus neighborhoods, Arab identity, plus symbolic expressions of human experience and inner strength.
Read more at: SANA
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White Helmets sacrificed their lives to rescue people from bombed out buildings during Syria’s civil war. (Syria Civil Defense Archive)White Helmets shift from emergency rescues to helping Syria recover from wreckage of war
14 April 2026. Recognized for their heroism and self-sacrifice in Syria’s war, voluntarily rescuing people from the rubble of bombings, their role expanded to meet other emergencies. Now, as part of the Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management in June 2025, they are helping rebuild the country.
Read more at: SANA
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Women Led Organizations (WLO) of Syria launches a platform to expand women’s roles, with representatives from government, UN agencies, international organizations and Syrian NGOs in attendance. (UN Women)Women leaders affirm shift from advocacy to direct involvement in rebuilding the nation
14 April 2026. The WLO platform marks a move from women’s symbolic presence toward participation in mechanisms shaping policy and governance. It aims to strengthen women’s role in humanitarian and community work and expand their presence in state planning, coordination and decision-making.
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Medical services in Syria will remain free, states Minister of Health
14 April 2026. Syria’s health ministry reaffirms free medical services, rejects hospital privatization, expands fully free hospital facilities, maintains unified medicine prices, and pledges government support to ensure citizens receive essential care without financial burden.
Read more at: SANA
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Syrian and Jordanian foreign ministers formalize new agreements during the second session of the Higher Coordination Council in Amman. (SANA)Damascus and Amman moving toward a stable, longterm partnership
13 April 2026. Marking a new phase in political and economic alignment, Syria and Jordan signed nine agreements to integrate essential national sectors. The accords, presided over by the two nations’ foreign ministers, reflect a shift from occasional cooperative efforts to a longterm partnership.
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Syrian and Turkish officials meet in Istanbul to explore renewed economic cooperation and support Syria’s recovery. (Syrian Ministry of Economy and Industry)Syria and Turkey expand economic dialogue to support trade, investment and Syria’s recovery
13 April 2026. Senior Syrian officials met Turkish counterparts and business leaders in Istanbul to strengthen financial coordination, improve trade mechanisms and encourage investment, marking one of the most comprehensive efforts to rebuild Syrian-Turkish economic cooperation in recent years.
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Orthodox Christian communities mark Easter with prayers for Syria’s unity, peace and renewal
12 April 2026. Christians of Eastern Orthodox traditions celebrated Easter in Damascus, Aleppo and other provinces, with prayers for solidarity and social cohesion as a foundation for Syria’s renewal and with expressions of commitment to a peaceful future.
Read more at: SANA
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Participants in the 17th meeting of the Arab Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Network in Tunis, Tunisia. (SANA)Syria chosen to lead 22 Arab nation network of nuclear and radiological regulators
11 April 2026. Syria was elected president of the regional agency for two years, based on its record of strengthening safety in these areas. The head of the Syrian Atomic Energy agency said it aims to enhance coordination among member states and support joint initiatives to advance regional regulatory frameworks.
Read more at: SANA
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Visitors view artworks in the “Syria, Cradle of Civilizations” retrospective held in Istanbul. (SANA)“Syria: Cradle of Civilizations” artistic exhibition opens in Istanbul
11 April 2026. The unique exhibition celebrates thousands of years of Syria’s rich cultural legacy. Organized by Syrian students in Istanbul, along with artists and local community groups, the retrospective highlights the enduring creativity and resilience of one of humanity’s oldest civilizations.
Read more at: SANA
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Students gather around a student built robot (left) and program for children as young as six (right) during 11th annual robotics championship held at Latakia University. (SANA)Quality excels among 2026 entries in robotics and AI championship
11 April 2026. Forty teams of students joined Syria’s 2026 robotics championship, showcasing skills in design, programming, and problem solving. The competition, which provides hands-on experience, produced notable innovations in areas such as smart agriculture and tourism technology.
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Exports of Syria’s pharmaceutical products now reach 22 countries
10 April 2026. After years of disruption during the war, Syrian pharmaceuticals are regaining their place in regional markets and expanding into international markets. Recent improvements have been seen in the quality, safety, and availability of locally produced medicines.
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Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Hakan Fidan, Turkish Foreign Minister, at press conference in Ankara. (SANA)Syria and Türkiye announce new phase of cooperation
9 April 2026. Calling Turkey a reliable ally and partner in Syria’s reconstruction, Minister al-Shaibani cited shared security and strategic goals, one of which is the Four Seas Project—a planned energy corridor formed by Syria and Turkey between the Arabian Gulf and the Caspian, Mediterranean, and Black seas.
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Officials and investors attend the launch of The Beaumont Damascus project, initiated by Syria’s Ministry of Tourism and Izdihar Holdings, April 7, 2026. (ENAB BALADI)Syria signs agreement for landmark investment in tourism and development
8 April 2026. Syria’s Ministry of Tourism and Izdihar Holdings agreed to develop The Beaumont Damascus, a major hotel and apartment project intended to boost tourism and investment in Syria. It is expected to create thousands of jobs and support economic and social recovery in the coming years.
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Transportation ministers from Syria, Jordan, and Turkey meet in Amman to sign a trilateral agreement to coordinate regional transport and logistics. (SANA)Turning borders into bridges: Syria, Jordan, and Turkey prepare to activate “Middle East Corridor”
7 April 2026. Syria, Jordan, and Turkey agreed on a shared roadmap to modernize regional transport links, improving rail, road and maritime connectivity while aiming to transform borders into pathways for economic integration and longterm cooperation.
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A step toward wider partnerships as President Zelensky visits Damascus
7 April 2026. Syria welcomed Ukraine’s president as part of an effort to expand global partnerships and bolster regional stability. Talks focused on strengthening economic cooperation, plus security and development issues. Ukraine offered support in the areas of food security, energy and infrastructure.
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Syria and UN convened workshop to strengthen 2027–2030 framework for sustainable development goals. (SANA)UN team and Syrian government outline three-year development plan
7 April 2026. Syria and UN partners discussed priorities for Syria’s sustainable development, with a focus on President al-Sharaa’s “Syria Without Camps” initiative, which aims to close camps for displaced people and enable their safe return to dignified living conditions in their home communities.
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Syria announces first budget surplus in over three decades
7 April 2026. In a move upholding the government’s commitment to increase transparency, Syria’s Finance Ministry published a detailed report on public revenues and expenditures. Minister Barnieh cited strong revenue growth plus improved fiscal management in 2025 as causes for the surplus.
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Suweida Governor al Bakour received French envoy Jean Baptiste Faivre in Suweida, April 3, 2026. (SANA)French envoy engages in on the ground diplomacy in Suweida at pivotal moment
6 April 2026. French envoy Jean Baptiste Faivre met Suweida officials and community leaders to discuss issues of security, stability, and expanding cooperation. The meeting coincided with an allegedly imminent resolution of the 2025 conflict, suggesting that France may be preparing to engage in de-escalation activities.
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Capt. Maya Ghazal, one of the first female Syrian refugee pilots, now flying with Britain’s TUI Airways. (UNHCR)Airline pilot in exile invited to return home and join Syrian Airlines
2 April 2026. Capt. Maya Ghazal, who fled Syria to the UK as a teenager during the revolution, overcame serious challenges to fulfil her dream of becoming an airline pilot 6 years ago. Capt. Ghazal, also a UN Goodwill Ambassador, was just invited by Syria’s Civil Aviation Authority to join Syrian Airlines.
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