Economic and International Investment Interest in Syria

Economic and international investment interest in Syria is increasing by the day, especially in key sectors such as energy and infrastructure.

In these two recent articles written by the excellent Audrey Kost and Andrew Tabler at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and Joseph Andrews at Asia House, the authors give their perspectives on the current situation and the challenges and opportunities ahead for Syria. 

Both highlight the recent multi-billion dollar deals with major players such as Türkiye, Qatar and Saudi Arabia as well as others and the increased interest from the United States, Europe and the United Kingdom following the wholesale lifting of sanctions.  Gulfsands, of course is mentioned as a key player in the rebuilding of the energy sector in Syria, including some quotes from Managing Director, John Bell. 

Both also caution that a focus on transparency and the rule of law is key to attracting international investment and are encouraged by the international support given to the new government as the country works to build a prosperous and peaceful future. 

Kost and Tabler call on Washington to do everything it can to bridge the gap between Damascus and the SDF, and to work closely with the new Syrian government to help them establish necessary rule of law and regulatory practices.  Sentiments that we support here at Gulfsands. 

Andrews notes the strong international support hoping to see President Al Sharaa succeed, which will help attract the investment that the long-term reconstruction of the country will need. 

Opinions in the articles are those of the authors and not necessarily those of Gulfsands, but both articles give a useful insight into the developing situation in the Syrian energy sector. 

Links to the articles are below: 

Maintaining Momentum in Syria’s Energy Sector | The Washington Institute 

A Land of Opportunities? Syria, the GCC, and the… | Asia House  “