On Wednesday, the Ramadan al-Khair festival launched its latest edition at the Tartous Old Hall, establishing itself as a key destination for families as the sacred month of Ramadan approaches. The festival features broad participation from over 40 Syrian companies and aims to provide household necessities at affordable prices, along with special promotions in light of current economic conditions.
Alleviating Burdens and Supporting the Local Economy
Tartous City Council President Shadi Halima stated the festival falls within the council’s ongoing support for economic and commercial events designed to revitalize trade in the governorate. He explained that the initiative seeks to “provide a wide range of goods at suitable prices under one roof,” which directly contributes to alleviating financial burdens on families and helping them prepare for Ramadan.
For her part, Yara Ahmad, executive director of Apple Design, the festival’s organizing company, said the event has become an essential stop for families seeking quality products at reasonable prices. She noted the participation of more than 40 companies covers diverse sectors, including foodstuffs, detergents, clothing, and footwear.
Ahmad highlighted that direct interaction with participating companies is a defining feature of the festival, allowing visitors to benefit from special promotions, gifts, and significant discounts offered directly by producers and suppliers.
A Platform for Companies and Consumers
Hayan Maryam, sales manager at DTIC for detergents, described the festival as an important opportunity for companies to showcase their products and engage face-to-face with consumers, while offering competitive promotional deals.
Several visitors also expressed satisfaction with the initiative, noting that the availability of essential consumer goods at reduced prices helps ease financial pressure and allows families to purchase Ramadan necessities with greater convenience.
Visit Information
The Ramadan al-Khair festival will continue at the Tartous Old Hall until Feb. 12. It is open daily from noon to 10 p.m., offering shoppers an opportunity to benefit from promotions in the days leading up to the start of the holy month.
Through this initiative, the festival’s organizers reaffirm its dual social and economic role as a bridge between local producers and consumers, aimed at easing hardships and supporting citizens during the Ramadan season.
