Davos-Syria's economy will be open for foreign investment, foreign minister says
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani said on Wednesday that the country will open its economy to foreign investment and that Damascus is also working on energy and electricity partnerships with Gulf states.
Italy’s foreign minister heads to Syria to encourage post-Assad transition
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani is heading to Syria to encourage the transition in the country following the ouster of President Bashar Assad by Islamist insurgents.
Syria to dismantle Assad-era socialism, says foreign minister
There needs to be law and there need to be clear messages to open the way for foreign investors, and to encourage Syrian investors to return to Syria.” Shaibani spoke to the FT ahead of an appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday,
Postcard from Davos: Syrian Foreign Minister Al Shibani looks to the future
For the first time in 55 years of World Economic Forum annual meetings, a Syrian official representing the government is attending Davos. Asaad Al Shibani, the country’s new Foreign Minister, arrived on Tuesday and has had a series of meetings to explain the vision of the new Syrian authorities to world leaders.
Saudi foreign minister expresses cautious optimism about Syria
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Tuesday that he has "cautious optimism" about Syria. “There is a great opportunity for Syria to move in a positive direction,” he said while addressing a session titled "Diplomacy in times of chaos",
Japan has no choice but to strengthen defence, foreign minister tells new Trump administration
Japan will continue to strengthen its defence capabilities given the security situation in East Asia, Japan's foreign ...
Greenland prime minister eyes meeting with Trump
President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he wants to seize Greenland to take advantage of its strategic location and vast natural resources.
Ukraine's foreign minister shares details of his farewell call with Blinken as he steps down as US Secretary of State
Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held a phone conversation with Antony Blinken on his final day as ...
Saudi foreign minister says Trump does not raise risk of Iran-Israel war
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said on Tuesday he did not see Donald Trump's new administration increasing the risk of an ...
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Foreign investment prioritised in Govt’s agenda for growth
Luxon says for too long the country has said ‘no’ to development, but new agency – Invest NZ – will be a one-stop shop for ...
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Germany's foreign minister warns of reducing military aid to Ukraine
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned on Sunday of the consequences of reducing Germany's financial support for ...
Japan foreign minister to highlight defence spending, investment at Trump inaugural
Japan's foreign minister said on Friday he would highlight the economic and national security value that the United States' ...
Canada's foreign minister endorses Carney to replace Trudeau as prime minister
Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly said she will endorse former central banker Mark Carney to be Liberal Party leader and Canada’s next prime minister ...
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UAE Foreign Trade Minister Zeyoudi expects 14% trade increase in 2024: Interview
This rise has been propelled by the country's growing non-oil trade and trade deals, the UAE minister told Al-Monitor.
Australia foreign minister says Quad in Washington shows 'iron-clad' commitment
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong met her Indian and Japanese counterparts in Washington and said the invitation for ...