An expansive meeting was held, hosted by Mr. Manhal Al-Fares, Director General of the Authority for Supporting and Developing Local Production and Exports, bringing together the Syrian Federation of Chambers of Industry and Syrian Arab Airlines. The meeting aimed to discuss cooperation prospects for simplifying the air shipment of national products worldwide and streamlining export procedures to boost the international competitiveness of Syrian goods.The meeting was chaired by Dr. Mazen Deirwan, Chairman of the Syrian Federation of Chambers of Industry, and Captain Anwar Al-Akkad, Director of Syrian Air. Attendees included Mr. Mohamed Ayman Al-Mawlawi, Secretary of the Federation and Chairman of the Damascus Chamber of Industry, board member Hussam Al-Hamidi, food sector representatives, and officials from both the Authority and the airline.Discussions focused on the current state of shipping and development plans involving contracts with international shipping firms, organizing logistics, and conducting training to meet international standards. To ensure data accuracy, it was agreed to survey industrialists on export priorities and destinations to build a realistic strategy. Additionally, a "smart logistics platform" was proposed to solve partial shipping issues. The meeting concluded by emphasizing future coordination with shipping companies and exploring discount opportunities for industrialists traveling to international exhibitions and conferences
6/5/2026
