Damascus, Dec. 15 (SANA) Syria’s Minister of Economy and Industry, Nidal al-Shaar, announced the formation of the Syrian-British Business Council, aimed at strengthening economic relations between Syria and the United Kingdom.
According to a decision issued Monday, Monzer Nazha has been appointed Chairman of the new council, with Mohammed Heikal and Samar Shamsi Pasha serving as Vice-Chairs. The council will operate under the regulations governing joint business councils between Syria and other countries. The decision takes effect immediately.
The Syrian-British Business Council officially launched its activities in Damascus on October 30, with the participation of government officials, ambassadors, and business leaders from both countries.
