Direction and distance sign for the Syrian capital of Damascus at Mount Bental Israeli military outpost on the Syrian border (photo credit: DAN SHACHAR/SHUTTERSTOCK)
The UAE is looking to increase its role in Syria via investment while taking a cautious approach. Key talks discussed expanding economic and investment cooperation during a two-day forum in Damascus.
The UAE is looking to increase its role in Syria via investment. Of the many countries that embraced the new government in Damascus, the UAE has taken a more cautious approach.
On May 12, a large UAE delegation held meetings in Syria. This illustrates how Abu Dhabi is moving toward investment and important ties with Damascus.
The UAE’s more cautious approach contrasts with those of Turkey and Saudi Arabia, which have gone all-in on working with the Ahmed al-Sharaa government. The UAE, which tends to be…