Syrian Minister of Education Mohammed Abdulrahman Turko discussed with Emirati businessman Khalaf Al Habtoor mechanisms to implement the humanitarian initiative that includes providing 100,000 school desks to support the education sector in Syria.
During the meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Damascus, both sides signed a special design for the school seats that meets international standards, to be approved and adopted ahead of the start of production in the United Arab Emirates in the coming days.
Minister Turko said the initiative reflects the depth of relations between Syria and the UAE, stressing the importance of education as a fundamental pillar for building Syria’s future. He emphasized the need to develop children’s personalities and strengthen humanitarian values, as these have a direct impact on building the Syrian society.
Chairman of Al Habtoor Group, stated that the initiative aims primarily to improve the learning environment in Syrian schools and to provide essential educational resources for students who deserve full attention and care.
He underlined that education is the foundation of human development and nation-building, expressing confidence that the Syrian people, through knowledge and determination, will rise again and reclaim their rightful place.
Al Habtoor added that Syria has always been and will remain a beacon of knowledge, thought and culture in the Arab region, affirming that supporting education is both a national and humanitarian duty and a vital investment in the country’s future.
