Syria’s Ministry of Tourism has officially launched the 2026 summer tourism season in the presence of President Ahmad al-Sharaa, as part of ongoing efforts to revive the sector during the post-liberation recovery phase.
Iraq is preparing to expand crude oil and naphtha exports through Syrian ports as it moves to diversify trade routes after the Iran war disrupted its main Gulf shipping channels and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz.
Syria recorded nearly 12,000 overflights in May after airlines altered their routes across the region to avoid airspaces affected by recent regional developments.
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, on Thursday announced the launch of its non-stop service between Sharjah and Aleppo, effective July 4, further strengthening its connectivity to Syria.
Jazeera Airways announced the resumption of direct flights to Aleppo, Syria, following the gradual restoration it’s direct operations from T5 at Kuwait International Airport. The airline will operate two weekly flights to Aleppo starting June 25.
Emaar Properties said it is in the process of exiting the JV structure relating to The Eighth Gate, its key mixed-use development in Damascus, thus marking a decisive new chapter in its long-standing relationship with Syria. With this move, the Dubai master developer will be operating in the country without any partner.
QatarEnergy signed a memorandum of understanding with TotalEnergies, ConocoPhillips, and the Syrian Petroleum Company for cooperation in oil and gas exploration offshore Syria.
Syria’s Tourism Ministry and Ezdihar Holding will develop “The Beaumont,” a $250–300 million, 77,000 sqm integrated residential, commercial, and leisure project, aiming to boost tourism, investment, job creation, and talent development in the country.
Qatar Airways resumed flights from Doha to key Middle East destinations, restoring daily services to the UAE and Syria. Flights to Dubai and Sharjah restarted April 23, 2026, with Damascus service beginning May 1, 2026.
The Saudi Industrial Export Company (SIEC) has announced the signing of an supply agreement with GTronics & Significa Company for a key project in Syria. The scope of work includes delivery and implementation of single-phase and three-phase smart electrical meters in the country.
