The Syrian Ministry of Economy, represented by an official delegation led by Minister Nidal al-Shaar, participated in the proceedings of the ninth edition of the World Investment Forum (WIF 2026), hosted by the Qatari capital Doha during the period from October 25 to 27. This forum is organized by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), under the slogan "Investing in the Future."
The Ministry clarified that the forum witnessed the participation of official delegations, officials, and leaders of economic and investment institutions from various countries around the world, to discuss investment opportunities, financing, and sustainable development, alongside issues of reconstruction, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and energy. The participation of the Syrian delegation came within the framework of enhancing economic cooperation, highlighting available investment opportunities in Syria, and exploring ways of partnerships with international institutions and funding bodies to support efforts for economic recovery and reconstruction.
Meeting with the World Trade Organization
On the sidelines of the conference, Minister al-Shaar discussed with the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the prospects for economic and trade cooperation, which supports Syria's efforts to enhance its presence in the international trade system. The meeting opened new horizons for cooperation and integration with international partners, in a step aimed at supporting Syria's efforts to return as an active member of the organization.
Wide international participation
The World Investment Forum (WIF 2026) in its ninth edition in Doha brings together more than 5,000 participants from about 160 countries, including heads of state, heads of government, ministers, and chief executives of major global companies. More than 400 speakers also participate in the forum's diverse sessions, which showcase global economic challenges and opportunities.
Enhancing international relations
The Ministry pointed out that this meeting comes within the framework of enhancing communication with international economic institutions and organizations, which supports Syria's efforts to develop its commercial and economic relations at the international level. This participation aims to highlight Syrian capabilities and attract the necessary investments for subsequent reconstruction phases.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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