Damascus skyline at golden hour with the Umayyad Mosque minarets

Damascus · Monday, July 13, 2026

The First Annual U.S.–Syria Business Forum

A convening of American and Syrian business leaders, investors, and senior officials — advancing direct commercial dialogue and engagement with Syria's emerging market.

About the Forum

A first-of-its-kind convening in Damascus.

The U.S.-Syria Business Council is proud to announce the First Annual U.S.–Syria Business Forum. Taking place on Monday, July 13, 2026, this conference will convene American and Syrian business leaders, investors, and senior officials to advance dialogue on economic cooperation, responsible investment, and the practical opportunities and challenges facing the Syrian market.

The Forum aims to deepen U.S. commercial engagement in Syria, facilitate direct B2B dialogue between American and Syrian companies, and encourage responsible private-sector participation in the country's reconstruction. It is the Council's signature event in Syria this year.

Why Attend

Built for principals and decision-makers.

01

Market Access

Direct entry to an emerging market at a pivotal moment of economic re-engagement, with on-the-ground intelligence from Syrian principals.

02

Executive B2B Dialogue

Structured introductions between American and Syrian companies across infrastructure, energy, financial services, and trade.

03

Policy & Compliance

Candid sessions with senior officials on the regulatory landscape, sanctions framework, and responsible-investment guardrails.

04

Responsible Reconstruction

A practical view of where U.S. private-sector capability and capital can contribute to Syria's rebuilding effort.

A Working Room for Principals

American and Syrian leadership, in one room.

  • C-suite executives of U.S. corporations evaluating the Syrian market
  • Founders and principals of Syria's leading private enterprises
  • Institutional investors, family offices, and development finance
  • Senior U.S. and Syrian government officials

Program · Preliminary

One day. The full commercial dialogue.

Program subject to change. Final agenda shared with confirmed attendees.

08:30Registration & Coffee
09:30Opening Remarks — U.S.-Syria Business Council
10:00Keynote: The Syrian Economic Outlook
11:15Policy Roundtable: Sanctions, Compliance & Responsible Investment
13:00Working Luncheon
14:30Sector Dialogues — Energy · Infrastructure · Finance · Trade
16:30Curated B2B Introductions
19:00Forum Reception

Council Convenings

A continuation of the Council's principal-level work across Washington, Istanbul, and Damascus.

The Forum builds on a series of convenings the U.S.-Syria Business Council has hosted with American and Syrian executives, investors, and senior officials over the past year.

U.S.-Syria Business Council panel at the Middle East Institute, Washington D.C.
Syria's 2026 Economic Outlook · Middle East Institute · Washington D.C.
Audience at U.S.-Syria Business Council convening
Public Program · Washington D.C.
U.S.-Syria Business Council delegation portrait
Council Delegation · Private Convening

Sponsorship

Partner with the Council on the Forum.

A limited number of Founding, Strategic, and Supporting partner slots are available. Anchor your brand to U.S. commercial re-engagement with Syria at its inception.

View Sponsorship Packages →

By Application Only

Attendance is limited to registered and confirmed guests.

The Council reviews each application individually to ensure a focused and productive room. Applications close as capacity is reached.

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Apply to Attend

Indicate your interest in attending.

Submit your application. A member of the Council will follow up regarding confirmation and logistics.

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