About the Council
A Platform Advancing Investment, Economic Integration & Sustainable Development
The Syrian Saudi Business Council was established as a permanent institutional platform bringing together business leaders, investors, and economic institutions from the Syrian Arab Republic and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to strengthen economic partnerships, develop investment opportunities, and advance economic and investment integration between both countries. The Council works to foster a more connected and investment-ready environment by linking investors, institutions, and strategic opportunities within a structured framework that supports economic recovery, sustainable development, and regional economic integration.
Council Overview
A Bilateral Economic Platform Beyond the Traditional Chamber Model.
The Syrian Saudi Business Council was established as a permanent institutional platform bringing together business leaders, investors, and economic institutions from the Syrian Arab Republic and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to strengthen economic partnerships, develop investment opportunities, and advance economic and investment integration between both countries. The Council works to foster a more connected and investment-ready environment by linking investors, institutions, and strategic opportunities within a structured framework that supports economic recovery, sustainable development, and regional economic integration.
Mission · Vision · Values
Mission
Building a sustainable Syrian–Saudi economic partnership that advances investment, integration, and development, while contributing to the rebuilding of people, markets, and the economy.
Vision
Enabling an institutional environment that connects investors, opportunities, and strategic partnerships, while supporting impactful and sustainable economic initiatives between Syria and Saudi Arabia.
Values
Good Governance
Transparency & Trust
Balanced Partnership
Excellence & Professionalism
Economic Sustainability
Innovation & Adaptability
Board Members
أعضاء مجلس الإدارة
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Haytham Subhi Joud
Chairman of the Council
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Rifai Hammada
Chief Executive Officer
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Muntaser Kalahji
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
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Nasser Youssef
Chief Operating Officer
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Antoine Nasri
Private Sector Coordinator
Strategic Pillars
One Economic Platform
The Syrian Saudi Business Council focuses on strategic sectors that serve as key drivers for investment, economic integration, and sustainable development between Syria and Saudi Arabia.
Agriculture & Livestock
Advancing food security, agricultural value chains, livestock development, and sustainable agri-investment.
Finance, Banking, and Insurance
Enhancing financial, banking, and insurance services to support investment and economic stability.
Industry and Manufacturing
Supporting manufacturing industries, value-added production, and regional industrial integration.
Intraregional Trade and Exports
Enhancing trade exchange and facilitating market access for products and services across regional and Gulf markets.
Oil and Mineral Resources
Developing energy infrastructure, oil-related projects, and renewable energy investments that support long-term sustainability.
Healthcare
Supporting investment in healthcare infrastructure, medical services, pharmaceuticals, and advanced healthcare solutions.
Real Estate Development and Construction
Supporting infrastructure, urban development, and reconstruction projects through sustainable investment models.
Education and Training
Developing education, vocational training, and human capital aligned with future economic and investment needs.
Tourism
Developing cultural, religious, leisure, and hospitality investments to revitalize Syria’s tourism sector.
Drama and Media
Advancing investment in media, creative production, digital platforms, and cultural industries.
Development Sector
Supporting development initiatives with economic and social impact through sustainable partnerships and community-driven programs.
Telecommunications, IT, and Business Incubators
Advancing digital transformation, innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven business ecosystems.
Services and Consulting
Supporting the legal and regulatory environment through investment-oriented legal and advisory services.
Transport and Logistics
Strengthening logistics connectivity, supply chains, trade corridors, and transport infrastructure.
Implementation Phases
A staged programme, 2026–2030
The Council's mandate is sequenced across three phases, each with defined objectives, instruments and milestones.
Phase 1 • 2026–2027
01. Trust Building
This phase focuses on launching the institutional platform and activating a limited number of low-risk, high-impact projects, aiming to build trust, test operational efficiency, and establish governance and monitoring mechanisms.
Phase 2 • 2028–2029
02. Structured Expansion
This phase aims to expand the project portfolio, deepen value chains within priority sectors, and attract larger-scale investments, building on accumulated experience and early successes.
Phase 3 • 2030
03. Regional Integration
The final phase seeks to position Syria within regional supply chains and strengthen sustainable bilateral economic integration, establishing the Council as a long-term platform beyond the transition phase.
Membership
Join the Council.
Members shape the bilateral agenda, access closed convenings, and participate directly in the Council's working sectors. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis.