Syrian Economic News
Latest Syrian economic news, exchange-rate updates, gold prices, market movements, and decisions affecting daily life in Syria.
Last updated: 14/07/2026, 14:11
Syria’s Transport Ministry Launches Seven Tenders to Rehabilitate International Road Corridors
Transport Minister Yarob Badr announces seven tenders to rehabilitate Syria’s international road network, covering the M5 corridor...
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Last updated: 13/07/2026, 18:29
Syria’s Central Bank Governor Announces New Monetary Policy to Stabilize Exchange Rate
Central Bank of Syria Governor Safwat Raslan unveils a new monetary policy coordinated with the Finance Ministry, revealing that c...
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Last updated: 13/07/2026, 17:15
Syrian Economy Minister Issues Directive to Unify Company Registration Procedures Nationwide
Syria’s Economy Minister Nidal al-Shaar has issued a directive standardizing company registration procedures across all provincial...
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Last updated: 12/07/2026, 19:50
Hasakah Concludes Winter Harvest Season, Markets 845,000 Tons of Wheat
Agricultural authorities in Hasakah province announced the completion of the winter crop harvest across more than 776,000 hectares...
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Last updated: 18/06/2026, 18:23
Gold Karats in Syria: 14K vs 18K vs 21K vs 24K — Which One Is Right for You?
What is the difference between 21K, 24K, 18K and 14K gold? Purity ratios, price differences, making charges, and which karat suits...
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Last updated: 17/06/2026, 21:39
How Much Is 100 USD in Syrian Pounds Today? Conversion Guide
A question thousands of Syrians search daily: how much is 100 USD in Syrian pounds? This guide explains the conversion in old and ...
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Last updated: 16/06/2026, 14:48
The Turkish Lira in Northern Syria: Why It’s Used and How Its Rate Moves
Across large parts of northern Syria, the Turkish lira has become the everyday currency instead of the Syrian pound. This article ...
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Last updated: 15/06/2026, 14:52
Sending Money to Syria in 2026: Remittance Methods and the Market Rate Gap
A practical guide for the diaspora: ways to send remittances to Syria, the difference between delivery rates and the parallel-mark...
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Last updated: 14/06/2026, 15:23
The Syrian Pound 2021–2026: From the Great Collapse to the New Currency
The final part of our historical series: the most violent collapse years, the fall of the regime in late 2024, the transition peri...
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Last updated: 13/06/2026, 15:55
The Syrian Pound in the War Years: USD Rate from 2011 to 2020
From 47 pounds in 2011 to over 2,500 in 2020: the story of the Syrian Pound’s collapse through a decade of war, year by year, with...
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Last updated: 03/07/2026, 19:46
US Dollar Rate in Syria Through History: The Complete Reference 1950–2026
The most comprehensive reference for the US Dollar against the Syrian Pound: 76 years from 3.5 pounds in the 1950s to the new curr...
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Last updated: 11/06/2026, 20:18
How to Convert Old Syrian Pounds to New: Tables and Practical Examples
A simple method to convert any amount from old Syrian Pounds to the new currency, with ready tables for common amounts and mistake...
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Last updated: 11/06/2026, 17:20
The New Syrian Pound 2026: Complete Guide to Redenomination and Exchange
Everything you need to know about the new Syrian Pound: why two zeros were removed, how to calculate your money’s value, the six n...
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Last updated: 05/06/2026, 14:40
Financial Control Uncovers Billions in Corruption at Aleppo Cables Company, Refers Those Involved to Judiciary
Investigations by the Central Financial Control Body revealed cases of corruption and fraud in contracts of Aleppo Cable Manufactu...
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Last updated: 04/06/2026, 16:14
Cost of Basic Goods in Syria Rises 10% in 3 Months, Driven by Lira's Decline
A recent report revealed a 10% increase in the average cost of basic goods and services in Syria over three months, reaching over ...
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Last updated: 04/06/2026, 15:39
Syrian Pound Replacement Deadline Extended for Third Time: Logistical Challenges and Erosion of Trust
For the third time, the Central Bank of Syria extends the deadline for replacing old currency, a move that reflects logistical and...
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Last updated: 04/06/2026, 00:12
Syrian Central Bank Governor Affirms Strengthening Monetary Stability and Supporting Investment During First National Conference for Private Sector Dialogue in Damascus
The Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Mohammad Safwan Raslan, affirmed that the bank is working to strengthen monetary stabil...
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Last updated: 27/05/2026, 21:58
President Al-Shara Issues Decree Increasing Pensions by 30% and Affirms Development of Wage System
President Ahmed Al-Shara today, Tuesday, issued Decree No. (135) for the year 2026, which stipulates a 30% increase in pensions in...
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Last updated: 25/05/2026, 02:14
Tips Before Selling Gold or Foreign Currency at Exchange Shops or Jewelers
Before selling gold or foreign currency, learn simple steps to compare prices, verify weight, and avoid losses when dealing with e...
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Last updated: 25/05/2026, 02:14
What is the Syrian Gold Coin? How to Buy Safely?
A simple guide explaining the Syrian gold coin, why some savers prefer it, and steps to verify fineness, weight, and invoice befor...
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