Syria, Davos and world economic forum

Davos-Syria's economy will be open for foreign investment, foreign minister says
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani said on Wednesday that the country will open its economy to foreign investment and that Damascus is also working on energy and electricity partnerships with Gulf states.
Syria Invites Global Investors Amid Constitutional Reforms
Syria is set to open its economy to foreign investment, as announced by Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani at the World Economic Forum. The nation plans to partner with Gulf states on energy projects and undergo constitutional reforms to ensure an inclusive political transition.
Syria’s economy will be open for foreign investment, FM says in Davos
DAVOS, Switzerland - Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani said on Jan 22 that the country will open its economy to foreign investment and that Damascus is also working on energy and electricity partnerships with Gulf states.
Syria foreign minister says removing sanctions ‘key’ to restoring stability
Syria’s new foreign minister has said that his country hopes to follow in the footsteps of economic powerhouses like Singapore and Saudi Arabia, as it begins to slowly rebuild after nearly 14 years of civil war.
Syria to dismantle Assad-era socialism, says foreign minister
There needs to be law and there need to be clear messages to open the way for foreign investors, and to encourage Syrian investors to return to Syria.” Shaibani spoke to the FT ahead of an appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday,
Postcard from Davos: Syrian Foreign Minister Al Shibani looks to the future
For the first time in 55 years of World Economic Forum annual meetings, a Syrian official representing the government is attending Davos. Asaad Al Shibani, the country’s new Foreign Minister, arrived on Tuesday and has had a series of meetings to explain the vision of the new Syrian authorities to world leaders.
Saudi foreign minister expresses cautious optimism about Syria
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Tuesday that he has "cautious optimism" about Syria. “There is a great opportunity for Syria to move in a positive direction,” he said while addressing a session titled "Diplomacy in times of chaos",
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Syria's southern rebels loom large as the country's new rulers try to form a national army
Syria's interim rulers are trying to form a united national army after the fall of Bashar Assad late last year.
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Qatar, US discuss Gaza ceasefire deal’s implementation, developments in Syria
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani receives phone call from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, according to Qatari ...
Qatar's PM arrives in Damascus to meet with de facto ruler Sharaa, Al Jazeera Live shows
Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on Thursday arrived at Damascus' ...
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Prime Minister discusses developments in Gaza, Syria with Egyptian counterpart
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, met today with HE Dr.
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Qatar’s prime minister calls for Israel’s withdrawal from buffer zone with Syria
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani called on Israel to “immediately withdraw” its forces from ...
Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria after 13 year break due to civil war
Qatar Airways has resumed flights to Syria after cancelling operations 13-years-ago, with weekly flights to Doha and Damascus ...
Visiting Qatar PM Says To Help Syria Rehabilitate Infrastructure
Qatar's prime minister vowed Thursday to support the rehabilitation of Syria's infrastructure, devastated by nearly 14 years of civil war, during his first visit to Damascus since Islamist-led forces ...
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Syria airport source says Iranians, Israelis banned from entry
Iranians and Israelis have been banned from flying to Syria, which is under new leadership since last month's overthrow of ...
West Asian paradox: A hasty but essential ceasefire in Gaza
The agreement should put a stop to the bloodshed, allow people to return to their homes, and get much-needed aid to more than ...