AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTrade Routes: Syria is studying new crossings, including Qamishli–Nusaybin with Türkiye, and plans customs automation, faster inspections and expanded facilities for trucks and transit cargo. Authorities say trade through the country’s crossings is growing. Industrial Recovery: Aleppo’s industry chief says production has risen 300–400% from pre-2024 levels, with factories restarting and returning industrialists seen as key to recovery. He cites a 10% tariff on Syrian exports to the US as an opportunity, while warning that low-quality imports and energy costs threaten local producers. Export Growth: A Syrian exhibitor at China’s import expo says adapting herbal teas and fragrance products for Chinese buyers lifted sales by more than 20–50% and created factory jobs. Energy Security: Syrian intelligence says it foiled plots targeting the Homs and Banias refineries, critical suppliers of domestic fuel. Separately, Iraq and Syria are discussing oil exports through the Baniyas pipeline, with a proposed capacity of up to 2 million barrels a day. Transport: Rising fuel costs are pushing some Damascus drivers toward mostly Chinese-made electric cars.
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