President Ahmad al-Sharaa issued Decree No. 190 of 2026, appointing Mr. Maher Khalil al-Hasan as the Chief Executive Officer of the Syrian Petroleum Company. The decree stipulated the cancellation of any provisions contrary to its articles, with its implementation to be communicated to all concerned, based on the provisions of the Constitutional Declaration and Decree No. 189 of 2025.
Professional Career
Maher Khalil al-Hasan, born in Hama in 1971, holds a degree in engineering and is an expert in managing supply sectors, companies, and domestic trade. He served as Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Protection in the transitional government from December 10, 2024, to March 29, 2025.
Previous Duties
Al-Hasan managed the entire supply portfolio within the transitional caretaker government headed by Muhammad al-Bashir, which administered the country following the fall of the ousted regime. His duties during this period focused on emergency responses to stabilize markets, securing flour and bread, and combating corruption networks.
Current Position
Al-Hasan currently holds the position of Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry from late March 2025 to the present. He specifically handled domestic trade and consumer protection affairs, with direct supervision over the management of the Syrian Trading Company and the development of digital systems for commercial registers and company chambers.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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