At the invitation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa will arrive in Riyadh on Tuesday, October 28, to take part in the ninth Future Investment Initiative (FII) conference. His visit marks a pivotal step in Syria’s economic reemergence, as the country transitions from years of conflict toward reconstruction and growth.
President Sharaa will meet with Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of investment, energy, and economic development. The talks will also address regional and international developments of mutual interest.
A Delegation Signaling Syria’s New Economic Chapter
Ahead of the president’s arrival, a ministerial delegation including the ministers of finance, telecommunications, economy, and energy departed for Riyadh today, October 27. They are joined by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and national economic experts.
The delegation’s participation represents what the Syrian Presidency called “Syria’s official entry into the regional economic renaissance.” It underscores international confidence in the country’s reform agenda and the investment climate being shaped to serve its people.
Meetings are planned with global investors, leading corporations, and financial institutions to open new paths for investment in infrastructure, housing, health, renewable energy, technology, and sustainable industries. Syrian officials say these discussions reflect the government’s commitment to turning reconstruction into a tangible, ongoing process rather than just “theoretical plans.”
Syria’s Vision at FII: ‘The Key to Prosperity’
President Sharaa is scheduled to deliver a keynote address at the FII conference, focusing on Syria’s priorities in reconstruction, innovation, digital transformation, renewable energy, and human capital development. His remarks are expected to emphasize that the “new Syria” seeks partnerships rooted in mutual benefit, not aid dependence.
“The government is working to ensure every investment strengthens national sovereignty and serves the interests of the Syrian people,” SANA reported, quoting officials from the Presidential Information Directorate.
Global Platform for Future Growth
The Future Investment Initiative, organized under the theme “The Key to Prosperity,” runs from October 27 to 30 in Riyadh. The Saudi Press Agency said the event gathers over 8,000 participants and 650 speakers, including world leaders, policymakers, and top investors, across 250 dialogue sessions aimed at advancing sustainable and inclusive prosperity.
For Syria, participation in this high-profile forum symbolizes more than a diplomatic engagement—it represents an opening toward regional integration and renewed partnership with the global economy. As the nation rebuilds, its presence in Riyadh signals an intent to contribute to, and benefit from, a shared regional vision for stability and development.
