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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-11-17

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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2025-11-17

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  • 💰 The Ministry of Agriculture launched the ‘Qard Hasan’ project to support wheat cultivation and set conditions for interest-free loans to enhance food security and increase national wheat production. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🏢 Preparation of a new water well began in Kafr Zita, Hama countryside, with support from the International Charity Organization and installation of a solar power system to support the stability of returnees. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Deputy Minister of Economy and Industry discussed the industrial and commercial sector situation in Homs, focusing on improving the work environment, supporting factories, and transforming Hassia Industrial City into a smart city during a meeting with economic stakeholders. - [Source]
  • 🤝 The Minister of Social Affairs and Labor inaugurated a juvenile care center in Tartous and discussed with EU and TDH delegations support for child protection programs. €1.5 million was allocated to cover basic needs and improve social care mechanisms. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
  • 🏢 The Syrian-Turkish technical committee met to discuss cargo and passenger transport, facilitation of shipping, customs cooperation, and reactivation of cross-border passenger lines. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 A joint statement was issued between the Syrian Arab Republic and the People’s Republic of China. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💼 Power Steel continues to develop metal facilities in Syria for over 25 years, is creating new jobs, preparing to export to the UAE, and plays a pivotal role in supporting the national industry. - [Source]
  • 🎤 Sweida Governor Mustafa Al-Bakour denied any military operation in the governorate, stressing that rumors aim to spread discord and fear, and urged citizens not to follow them. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Daret Azza water station was reopened after rehabilitation and is now operating with solar power, with project coverage available on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 💼 The Minister of Agriculture discussed cooperation with investors in the livestock sector, including meat imports and farm establishment, and reviewed agricultural cooperation and agreements with a Russian delegation. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 The Minister of Foreign Affairs and the head of Public Intelligence stressed the importance of the Syrian community in China in supporting Syria’s reconstruction and enhancing communication during their meeting. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 🏢 A specialized study is being conducted to drill groundwater wells in Rural Damascus using advanced geophysical survey techniques to identify optimal sites for development investment. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Syrian Post has reopened the Jisr al-Shughur center in Idlib after 10 years of closure to provide postal services to citizens and ease daily procedures. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs met his Chinese counterpart in Beijing to discuss and enhance bilateral relations, developing security cooperation, strategic coordination, and broader partnership. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 The Syrian Minister of Justice conducted a field visit to the National Center for Judicial Studies in Cairo, with coverage available on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🌍 Syria and Germany held a workshop in Berlin to discuss ways to confront the effects of the authoritarian era and promote transitional justice, focusing on learning from Germany’s experience and empowering victims toward reconciliation. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Ministry of Energy in Daraa announced a tender for the supply of rewindable submersible motors, electrical parts, and polyethylene pipes to rehabilitate wells and projects. Deadline is 2/12/2025. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Al-Bukamal in Deir ez-Zor is witnessing the return of residents following improvements in services. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs met with the Chinese Communist Party Politburo member and Secretary of the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission to discuss security cooperation and joint coordination. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Chairman of the General Authority for Land and Sea Crossings visited the Syrian Petroleum Company to discuss work development, support for transport and shipping, and improving the efficiency of ports and border crossings. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Minister of Tourism conducted an official visit to Saudi Arabia with coverage available on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 Restoration of Abu Bakr Al-Razi School in Aleppo continues to revive and sustain education following incurred damages. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 Syria participated in the eighth meeting of the Arab Experts Group on combating cybercrimes in Cairo, discussing ways to enhance Arab and international cooperation against electronic threats, with the Syrian Ministry of Justice also involved. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💻 Syria participated in the 19th Dubai Airshow with an official delegation, discussing cooperation, service development, and boosting the efficiency of the aviation sector. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 💼 Telecommunications companies in Damascus introduced new internet packages at various prices, with citizens sharing their opinions on the matter. - [Source]
  • 💼 The head of Syria’s Civil Aviation Authority met with Etihad Airways’ COO to discuss civil aviation sector cooperation on the sidelines of Dubai Airshow 2025. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Syrian Minister of Health discussed with the UNDP enhancing cooperation to improve the healthcare sector, rehabilitate facilities, provide medicines, train staff, and build a digital health strategy. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💼 The General Fertilizer Company announced a need to supply mechanical parts for the Kantro plant section. - [Source]
  • 🔧 A campaign has been launched to remove violations and street stalls from the streets of Aleppo city. - [Source]
  • 💻 A comprehensive electronic archiving of all licenses at the Tartous Water Resources Directorate has been completed, with YouTube coverage provided for the project. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🏥 The university hospital in Idlib resumed receiving residents as part of efforts to support the health sector and facilitate medical services in the province. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 The Administrative Development Directorate in Idlib conducted a training course on decision-making and problem-solving to enhance staff capabilities in management and effective planning. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 The Syrian Ministry of Education announced, for the first time, the printing of basic and secondary education certificates for 2025 with a modern and secure design as part of an integrated education modernization plan. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 The Higher Education Council issued decisions approving the academic calendar for postgraduate studies and the open education system for the 2025-2026 academic year in Syrian universities. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 SANA news brief for November 17, 2025, was published. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 Registration opened for a Master’s in Digital Transformation Management coordinated between the Ministry of Administrative Development and the Syrian Virtual University, targeting government staff’s digital skills. The deadline is November 20, 2025. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 The Second International Scientific Conference for Physiotherapy was launched in Homs with extensive Arab and international participation to discuss skill development and strengthen scientific cooperation. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Energy issued a decision regulating the status of employees absent from work at Idlib Electricity since 2019, covering 418 workers and calling them to complete legal procedures for regularization. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Daraa City Council continues to remove symbols of the former regime and closes violating shops. - [Source]
  • 🎓 A meeting was held in Tartous with religious education officials to review the educational process and enhance cooperation. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Syrian Ministry of Health discussed with health organizations mechanisms for cooperation to develop the sector, identify challenges with medicines, devices, and staff, and coordinate support and future projects. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Damascus Countryside Endowments Director and his team conducted a field visit to religious high schools to monitor the educational process, hold discussions with administrations, and improve performance. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The building of the Lattakia Finance Directorate was inaugurated after rehabilitation to improve financial and administrative services and expedite processes as part of the government institutional development plan. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Public Health Laboratory in Latakia serves as a safety valve for ensuring the well-being of citizens. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Results of the qualifying exam for applicants to positions at the Administrative Development Directorate were announced, and successful candidates were invited for personal interviews. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The CT scan device at Ibn Rushd Hospital in Aleppo was restarted after several months of inactivity. - [Source]
  • 💼 A young woman started a small business making bags and home decorations with simple tools. - [Source]
  • 💻 The Ministry of Local Administration and Environment invited visitors to its pavilion at Syria HiTech 2025 for ICT in Damascus. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Retired employees’ salaries in Homs have been disbursed after a temporary halt. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Syrian Minister of Justice discussed ways to improve services and digital transformation in a meeting with provincial justice heads and general prosecutors, emphasizing the facilitation of citizens’ procedures and enhancing service quality. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor continues to follow up on the investigation committee regarding the fate of detainees and the forcibly disappeared, providing official contact numbers and urging citizens to cooperate and be accurate when sharing information about the issue. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Ministry of Energy and the General Establishment for Drinking Water and Sewerage announced a tender for projects including the supply of valves, pumps, water parts, works on a pumping line, Hazza reservoir, and completion of a retaining wall at Ain al-Tannour spring. Offers accepted until 24/11/2025. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Endowments approved the rules and conditions for registering Syrian pilgrims for the 1447 AH - 2026 AD Hajj season. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Minister of Culture inspected the security of the National Museum in Damascus and followed up on the investigation into statue thefts, emphasizing ministry cooperation with security and independent experts, efforts to recover stolen antiquities, and focus on restoration in international cooperation. - [Source]
  • 🏢 A project to expand the Qantara pumping station and improve drinking water in Salamiyah, Hama province, was launched in cooperation with the Aga Khan Foundation, including the construction of a collection tank and maintenance of the pumping line. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The 2025 National University Debating Championship is organized under the patronage of the Ministry of Higher Education, the Ministry of Culture, Damascus University, and Qatar Debate Center. - [Source]
  • 💼 The Directorate of Health and Animal Production sought to provide the Artificial Insemination Center with calves to boost productivity, with media coverage available on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎭 A religious forum was held in Aleppo as part of the ‘Rain Blessings’ series launched by the Ministry of Endowments to remind about prayers for rain, repentance, and gratitude. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Syrian Atomic Energy Commission discussed with a Russian technical delegation the enhancement of cooperation on peaceful uses of atomic energy to develop medical services in diagnosis and radiotherapy. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Religious Endowments Directorate in Deir ez-Zor organized an honoring ceremony for students of knowledge and Quran memorizers. - [Source]
  • 🔬 Syria participated in the first Arab Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation Observatories in Cairo to discuss mechanisms for evidence-based national decision-making and strengthening higher education and research policies. - [Source]
  • 🎭 Mexican artists painted murals in Idlib to celebrate Syria’s liberation, joined by local and Mexican artists, emphasizing art, peace, and solidarity among peoples. - [Source]
  • 🎭 The world of small wooden models serves as a window to the past and as modern souvenirs. - [Source]
  • 🌍 A UN delegation visited the landfill in Tal al-Daman, southern Aleppo countryside. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The Syrian and Russian sports ministers conducted a field tour of the Al-Fayhaa Sports City facilities. - [Source]


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