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Syria · Country watch

Israeli Incursion in Quneitra, Syrian-Pakistani Business Council

Israeli military actions disrupt Quneitra; new Syrian-Pakistani business council aims to boost economic ties.

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The picture Deteriorating

Business conditions in Syria are deteriorating due to Israeli military actions disrupting logistics in Quneitra and ongoing financial disputes affecting the forex market. Despite new trade opportunities with Pakistan, instability persists.

In this briefing Israeli Army · Quneitra Governorate · Central Bank of Syria · Syrian-Pakistani Business Council

Regulation

Nothing significant reported today.

Disruption

Nothing significant reported today.

Internal tension

  • public-sector
  • logistics

Israeli Army Advances into Quneitra, Closes Roads

The Israeli army advanced into Syria's Quneitra governorate, escalating tensions and closing several roads, according to Enab Baladi English. The incursion involved military forces and led to road closures, affecting local transport and logistics. This action is part of ongoing regional tensions and has disrupted daily life in the area, impacting both civilian and economic activities.

Impact Transport and logistics operators face disruptions due to road closures in Quneitra.

Sources: Enab Baladi English ↗

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

  • finance

Central Bank Addresses $7 Million Forex Dispute

Syria's central bank is addressing a dispute involving $7 million in foreign exchange, Al-Watan reports. The funds are currently held due to legal issues related to foreign exchange violations. The central bank is working on resolving the matter, which has broader implications for the management of the foreign exchange market and financial regulations in Syria.

Impact Forex traders and financial institutions face regulatory scrutiny as the central bank resolves the $7 million dispute.

Sources: Al-Watan الوطن ↗

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

  • technology
  • energy

Syrian-Pakistani Business Council Established

The Syrian-Pakistani Business Council has been established to enhance economic relations between Syria and Pakistan, SANA reports. The council aims to foster cooperation in trade, investment, industry, agriculture, energy, and technology. This initiative seeks to transform potential opportunities into productive projects and sustainable partnerships, adding value to both economies.

Impact Exporters and investors in trade, energy, and technology gain new opportunities through the Syrian-Pakistani Business Council.

Sources: SANA سانا ↗

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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