Syria has secured approximately $28bn in new investments during the first half of 2025, with significant participation from companies based in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, according to Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa.
Speaking at a panel discussion during the ninth edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, President Al-Sharaa said major Saudi companies have already launched projects worth $7bn, while leading Qatari firms are investing in Damascus Airport and power generation projects totalling 5,000 megawatts.
He described the influx of capital as a sign of renewed regional engagement with Syria, which he said is now positioned as a key pillar of stability in the Middle East.
Syria investments
President Al-Sharaa emphasised that Syria now enjoys strong and constructive relations with the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Türkiye, signalling a new era of economic and diplomatic reintegration.
He highlighted that the UAE and Saudi Arabia’s involvement in major projects demonstrates long-term investor confidence, with new partnerships focusing on infrastructure, aviation, and energy — sectors critical to Syria’s post-crisis recovery and growth.
He said the new framework has been ranked among the top ten investment legislations globally, positioning Syria as a more competitive destination for foreign capital.
Al-Sharaa said: “We want to rebuild Syria via investments,” adding that the country aims to function as a “trade corridor” for regional and international markets.
Regional re-emergence
Al-Sharaa’s remarks come as the country seeks to rebuild its economy and restore its role within regional economic frameworks.
The partnerships with Gulf investors are viewed as an important signal of confidence in Syria’s stabilisation and renewed economic potential.
He said that Syria’s re-engagement with Gulf economies aligns with its goal of integrating into regional supply chains and diversifying its energy and infrastructure base.
