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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-02-03

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Syria Daily News Briefing for 2026-02-03

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  • 🤝 The Director General of Deir ez-Zor Water Corporation met with Oxfam and the International Committee of the Red Cross to assess the needs of water and sanitation sectors and plan future interventions. - [Source]
  • 💰 Syria and the IMF discussed expanding technical cooperation, including training, statistics, and fiscal reform, and exchanged expertise on public finance reform and digital transformation with the UAE during the 10th Public Finance Forum. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • ⚔️ The Interior Minister met ministry officers who participated in the UAE SWAT Challenge, stressing the importance of international participation for skill development and enhancing security personnel readiness. - [Source]
  • 🤝 The General Organization for Seed Multiplication started distributing certified potato seeds at subsidized prices to support local production and food security. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Syrian Grain Establishment began preparations for the 2026 wheat season, with the director inspecting silos and warehouses and emphasizing improved work efficiency to ensure optimal storage and continued flour supply to bakeries. - [Source]
  • 💰 Currency replacement operations from old to new Syrian banknotes continue under supervision of the central financial control and the Central Bank to enhance transaction efficiency, financial stability, and oversight of the destruction process. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Hama Water Department and Shafak Organization implemented a project to rebuild a water station in Al-Jabeen village and rehabilitate the well and equipment to serve thousands of returning residents. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 The Director of International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs met in Damascus with officials from Sweden, Germany, and the European Union to discuss humanitarian and development cooperation, future projects, international partnerships, and local and regional developments. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6]
  • 🤝 The governor of Sweida discussed with representatives of the International Red Cross new humanitarian programs and projects to support local residents and development efforts. - [Source]
  • 💰 The finance minister discussed with his UAE counterpart enhancing cooperation on digital transformation and financial reform, and they signed a memorandum of understanding for investment and financial expertise sharing. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Ministry of Finance participated in the 10th Arab Public Finance Forum, discussing policies, digital transformation, and public-private partnership. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Syrian-Jordanian Economic Forum in Amman discussed strengthening investment and trade partnerships, signing a twinning agreement between Amman and Damascus chambers of commerce, and facilitating trade exchange and investment. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Directorate of Internal Trade in Hama intensified market monitoring to ensure price transparency and compliance, taking legal measures against violators and issuing consumer rights and duties guidelines. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Aleppo Water Directorate and Bahar Organization agreed to construct two water reservoirs in Kafr Gan and Midan Akbas to enhance water sustainability. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Jordan emphasized that supporting Syria and its reconstruction is essential for refugee return and regional stability, calling on the international community to support Syrian refugees and host communities until their safe return. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Syria participated in the second ministerial meeting of the Arab-Indian Cooperation Forum in New Delhi to strengthen Arab-Indian cooperation. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Aleppo International Airport saw active daily operational movement. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Electricity teams in Rural Damascus began repairing the failure at Saqba station and gradually restored power to affected areas, aiming to improve network reliability. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Syria chaired the Arab Group at the United Nations in New York for the current term, coordinating the unification of the Arab stance on tabled issues. - [Source]
  • 🤝 A UNICEF delegation conducted field follow-up on funded projects in Maarrat al-Nu’man to support education, health, and infrastructure. - [Source]
  • 🚨 The Ministry of Emergency announced the launch of Syria’s International Security and Safety Exhibition (FORTIX 2026) in October in Damascus, emphasizing occupational safety, cybersecurity, and holding a preparatory conference to enhance systems and support development. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5]
  • 🏢 The Ministry of Agriculture discussed with a World Bank delegation a joint cooperation project and steps for developing agricultural infrastructure, supporting farmers, and training technical staff. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 Al-Rabia Bakery in Hama was rehabilitated, with upgraded production lines and equipment maintenance to improve bread quality and food security, with similar projects planned in other provinces. - [Source]
  • 🏢 A coordination meeting between the Ministries of Transport and Local Administration and Environment, attended by both ministers, reviewed transport sector development, stressed upgrading urban transport and road transport vehicles, and proposed forming a joint committee for strategic projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Transport honored the Latakia Transport Director for his efforts in combating forgery networks. - [Source]
  • 🏢 A study is being prepared to rehabilitate six slaughterhouses in Rural Damascus to enhance animal product safety, upgrade slaughterhouse infrastructure, and improve product quality, with renovation work to start soon. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Syrian Grain Establishment announced an internal tender for supplying and installing an electrical power system for the Adra silo, inviting interested parties to submit their bids. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Raqqa Electricity Company continues maintenance of low-voltage lines and transformer stations to enhance network efficiency, reduce failures, and improve power supply stability. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏢 The Deputy Minister of Energy visited Raqqa to review the status and needs of the electrical network, inspecting substations, transmission, and distribution lines to assess infrastructure. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏥 ‘Ana wa Tefli’ centers in Tartous provided comprehensive services for children with disabilities, focusing on skill development and independence with support from specialized staff. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Deputy Minister of Energy inspected the electrical network at Tishreen Dam, assessing the readiness of substations connected to the dam and ensuring continued power supply. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The Directorate of Goods Transport Regulation in Damascus held a meeting to follow up on the goods transport law, set a minimum wage, and ensure fair load distribution among Syrian vehicles through the upcoming national electronic platform. - [Source]
  • 💼 The Geology branch in Raqqa conducted a field tour to organize quarry operations, update machinery, and develop the mineral resources sector. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Erdogan confirmed Turkey’s support for Syria’s stability during a meeting with the Saudi crown prince, emphasizing cooperation on reconstruction and unity. They also discussed Gaza, Yemen, East Africa, and signed new cooperation agreements. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🏥 The Ministry of Health and UNDP signed an MoU backed by German funding to rehabilitate hospitals and health centers worth €35 million to support health development and improve returnees’ conditions. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
  • 🏢 The General Director of Real Estate Interests inspected the reconstruction of damaged real estate documents in Aleppo and reviewed the electronic archiving and indexing of affected contracts. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Emergencies published statistics on the activities of Syrian civil defense teams for January 2026. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Saudi Arabia welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and the SDF, describing it as a positive step toward national stability and unity in Syria, and affirmed its support for peace and the aspirations of the Syrian people. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Information Minister Dr. Hamza Al-Mustafa led Syria’s delegation to the Saudi Media Forum 2026 to enhance Syrian presence on regional media platforms. - [Source]
  • 💼 A training course was held to enhance industrial supervision of facilities, in cooperation between the Industry Directorate and Internal Trade, to improve work quality and support production stability. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Syria participated in the World Government Summit 2026 in Dubai with an official delegation to boost international presence and benefit from experiences to develop government work. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Interior Minister Anas Khattab inspected police departments in Homs, visited the renovated migration and passport center, inaugurated the public relations department to strengthen communication, and emphasized improving security services and their efficiency. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🎓 Over 200,000 students attended schools in Raqqa province on the third day of the second semester, with inspection tours ensuring infrastructure readiness and addressing educational challenges. - [Source]
  • 🎓 The Minister of Education held talks with a German official to strengthen vocational and technical education in Syria, exchange expertise, and support educational infrastructure rehabilitation with German backing. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎓 A workshop was held to prepare a guide for school activity halls, with the workshop available for follow-up through YouTube and official links. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3]
  • 🔧 The Director of Internal Trade in Damascus directed the enhancement of monitoring using the QR system to enable citizens to submit complaints electronically and improve trade oversight, and met with monitoring staff to organize workflow and facilitate communication with business owners. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎤 Syria participated in the 2026 World Government Summit in Dubai and the Saudi Media Forum to enhance its presence on international platforms linked to government and public administration. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 💰 The Second Syrian Conference on Lubricants and Mineral Oils was held in Damascus, with relevant entities participating and focusing on quality development, environmental protection, and supporting the national economy. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4]
  • 🔧 The Minister of Justice met with the ‘Syria Now’ platform in the ‘Republic Salon’ program to review justice topics and judicial development projects. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Syrian Post has launched an SMS service for retirees to inform them about salary collection dates, aiming to organize disbursement, facilitate localization, and promote digital transformation. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The Ministry of Education and Central Authority for Control and Inspection strengthened their partnership to improve administrative and supervisory work and discussed establishing an electronic platform for complaint submission to ensure transparency. - [Source]
  • 🔧 Representatives of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor met with Saudi company “Elm” to benefit from its experience in training, digital transformation, and developing social service platforms. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Authorities carried out backfilling works to reinforce the Sheikh Miskin Dam in Daraa to strengthen water facility security and support agriculture and water security. - [Source]
  • 🔧 An important notice was issued for rejected applicants of the first NCO course after liberation regarding the possibility of submitting appeals. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Assistant Minister of Economy discussed improving industrial testing mechanisms with Gulf Laboratory Company to enhance inspection efficiency and develop industrial products. - [Source]
  • 🏥 The Minister of Higher Education discussed with Dr. Yousef Abu Al-Labban from ‘Take My Hand’ organization scientific and health cooperation for supporting autistic children and launching the ‘Understand Me’ conference. - [Source]
  • 🏥 Aleppo Health Directorate in Deir Hafer provided mobile medical services and comprehensive clinics throughout the week. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Quneitra Water and Education conducted a field tour to assess schools and water conditions, discussing installing solar power systems to supply water wells in the Hajira, Sbaina, and Hassaniya communities. - [Source]
  • 🌍 Minister of Awqaf Dr. Mohammad Abu Al-Khair Shukri received Turkish Ambassador Nuh Yilmaz to discuss cooperation in religious affairs and endowments, affirm the importance of the Ottoman waqf archive, and expand scientific and religious cooperation. - [Source]
  • 🏢 Cleaning and maintenance works were carried out on Namra-Bal’aa drains in Idlib to improve water drainage and protect infrastructure. - [Source]
  • 💰 The Deputy Minister of Economy discussed developing technical and food laboratories, equipment maintenance, and organizing training courses, with a new laboratory set up in Damascus and its countryside. - [Source]
  • 🏢 The water station in Masaken Al-Muallimin neighborhood in Homs was rehabilitated in cooperation with UN-Habitat, and a solar energy system was implemented to support water supply sustainability. - [Source]
  • 🎭 Commemorative events for the 1982 Hama Massacre included seminars, gatherings, and participation from various institutions to raise public awareness of the massacre. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7]
  • 🎭 A diplomatic delegation from Abkhazia, Jordan, and Libya visited Dummar Handicrafts Incubator in Damascus, affirming support for Syrian traditional crafts and enhancing the presence of Syrian products in international exhibitions. - [Source]
  • 🎓 Tishreen University in Latakia and the Excellence and Creativity Authority signed a cooperation agreement to support academic partnership and scientific excellence in the presence of the Minister of Higher Education. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🎭 The first lesson of the scientific course ‘To Learn Religion’ on fasting rulings was held at the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, with the course continuing until February 5, 2026. - [Source]
  • 🎭 Mosque affairs personnel at the Ministry of Awqaf met to prepare the executive plan for the Ramadan 1447H campaign “Faith Unites Us.” - [Source]
  • 🎭 The Damascus International Book Fair 2026 opened with coverage of preparations, various cultural activities, the presence of renowned figures, promotional events, and expanded local and international participation. - [Source 1], [Source 2], [Source 3], [Source 4], [Source 5], [Source 6], [Source 7], [Source 8], [Source 9], [Source 10], [Source 11], [Source 12], [Source 13], [Source 14], [Source 15], [Source 16]
  • 🎭 The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research invited visitors to its booth at the 2026 Damascus International Book Fair. - [Source]
  • 🔬 A joint geological survey was conducted to monitor iron ore in the Rajo–Afrin area, with experts from Tin Energy participating to bolster cooperation in mineral exploration. - [Source]
  • 🔧 The General Directorate of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection organized a training course to exchange expertise between laboratories, unify workflows, and improve analysts’ competence. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The water authority halted illegal drilling and recorded violations in Daraa as part of implementing water legislation to protect groundwater. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Ministry of Local Administration discussed amending Decree 2680 to regulate hazardous industrial activities, aiming to develop environmental and health safety standards and update the role of administrative units in licensing. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The second phase to remove water hyacinth from irrigation channels in Al-Ghab has begun, in cooperation with the FAO and World Food Programme, to reduce its harm. - [Source]
  • 🌍 The Director of Forestry inspected Al-Hanadi nursery in Latakia, monitored production operations and sapling distribution preparations, and emphasized support for afforestation and forest rehabilitation projects. - [Source]
  • 🎭 Gardenia Choir celebrated its 10th anniversary with a musical evening at the Opera House, with part of the event streamed on YouTube. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 Authorities continued fruit tree planting in Hassia Industrial City as part of a plan to plant 50,000 trees to improve the environment and support city projects. - [Source 1], [Source 2]
  • 🌍 Heavy rains fell in Tartous province as a new weather front began to affect the area. - [Source]
  • 🏆 The central refereeing course for judo and sambo concluded at the Al-Fayhaa Sports City with broad participation from across the country. - [Source]


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