Syria Focus
Syria ranks 135 worldwide in the Logistics Performance Index
- Syria's logistics services remain poor according to the results of the logistics index published by the World Bank.
- Wednesday, November 21 - 2007 at 14:24 |

Syria to build two refineries worth a combined USD 5.6 billion
- The country's refining capacity should increase by 240 000 barrels per day following the construction of two new refineries.
- Tuesday, November 06 - 2007 at 22:10 |

IFAD to finance new projects in Syria
- The International Fund for Agricultural Development is looking for opportunities to fund new projects in Syria.
- Tuesday, June 08 - 2004 at 11:14 |

Syrianair, a step closer to privatisation
- The national air carrier has been allowed to offer its services in joint-venture with private sector companies.
- Friday, March 12 - 2004 at 16:12 |

First Private Banks in Syria in forty years
- The affiliate of Lebanon's BLOM has opened its doors for business in the Syrian capital. It is the first private bank to operate in Syria since the early 60s.
- Thursday, January 15 - 2004 at 17:38 |

F.L. Smidth in EUR 20 million deal to supply cement plant
- The Danish engineering group clinches contract to supply mechanical production equipment to Hama cement plant.
- Monday, December 15 - 2003 at 22:52 |

Syria, EU talks near conclusion
- Disagreements between Syria and the European Union are now limited to the trade aspect. The next formal round of talks is expected to be the last.
- Sunday, November 30 - 2003 at 14:00 |

Syria's nascent car industry
- Proton, Iran Khodro, Al Wahab Group are set to launch assembly plants in the coming months. Local production will offset the high customs duties on imports.
- Friday, October 17 - 2003 at 19:40 |





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