The "Project Syria 2026" exhibition and conference for construction, civil engineering, and real estate development kicked off today, Monday, at the Damascus Exhibition City, with the participation of more than 150 Arab and foreign companies from 12 countries. The event showcases the latest technologies and solutions in the construction, energy, and real estate development sectors, providing a platform to explore investment and reconstruction opportunities and partnerships in Syria.
The exhibition is organized by the International Exhibitions Company (IFP) in cooperation with "Alpha" Exhibitions Company, under the patronage of the Ministry of Public Works and Housing. It was inaugurated by the Minister of Public Works and Housing, Mustafa Abdul Razzaq, and aims to bring together local and international companies, institutions, investors, specialists, and decision-makers to explore areas of cooperation, exchange expertise, and discover employment and investment opportunities.
Planning and Financing Key to Reconstruction Success
Wadih Obeid, Deputy Minister of Public Works and Housing for Administrative and Investment Affairs, emphasized that the Ministry's vision for reconstruction starts with making it an integrated development path that places humans first and links housing, work, and services. He pointed out that project success begins with proper planning and realistic studies, defining responsibilities, and securing sustainable financing.
Obeid clarified that the Ministry's priorities focus on developing spatial planning and identifying the actual needs of areas, providing housing in various forms, improving the efficiency and performance of construction institutions. He also highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships between the public and private sectors and international institutions, attracting investments, expertise, and modern technologies to help qualify Syrian cadres.
Investment Opportunities and Direct Communication
Osama Shabani, Director of the Housing Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, confirmed that holding the "Project Syria 2026" exhibition for the first time in Syria constitutes a channel for direct communication between investors and international government and non-governmental entities. He explained that the Ministry participates in the exhibition across its various housing and implementation sectors through the Syrian Construction and Civil Engineering Company (Sibco), the Syrian Company for Engineering and Surveying Studies (Sisco), the General Housing Establishment, and the Regional Planning Authority.
For his part, Malik Haj Ali, the Syrian Engineers Syndicate President, pointed out the importance of exchanging expertise and staying updated on the latest technologies in construction and civil engineering. He explained that the Syndicate has taken steps to attract Arab and foreign engineering companies, enhance cooperation with them, and benefit from their expertise and modern technologies, thereby contributing to supporting reconstruction efforts in Syria.
Attracting Expertise and Modern Technologies
Albert Aoun, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the International Exhibitions Company (IFP), stated that the "Project Syria 2026" exhibition and conference is distinguished by wide international participation, bringing together more than 150 companies from several countries, including Italy, Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, China, India, and Germany. This gathering aims to showcase the latest products and technologies in the fields of construction, civil engineering, electricity, and alternative energy.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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