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The World Bank In Syrian Arab Republic

To date, the World Bank has supported over US$3 billion worth of projects in Jordan and Lebanon to help refugees and host communities. These projects support jobs and economic opportunities, health, education, emergency services and social resilience, and infrastructure.

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Syria Macro-Fiscal Assessment 2025

New Report Highlights Syria's Economic Challenges and Recovery Prospects for 2025
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US$146 million grant to improve electricity supply in Syria

Project will help restore reliable, affordable electricity and support the Syria’s economic recovery
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Syria's Arrears to the World Bank Group Cleared

Effective May 12, 2025, the arrears of approximately $15.5 million due to the International Development Association (IDA) by the Syrian Arab Republic have been cleared.

Syria At-A-Glance

Following the onset of the conflict, all operational activity and missions to Syria were halted. However, the World Bank monitors the economic and social impact of the conflict on the Syrian people to help inform international thinking on Syria and build preparedness for recovery efforts, if and when they take place.

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The World Bank’s World Development Report, published annually since 1978, is an invaluable guide to the economic, social, and environmental state of the world today. Each report provides in-depth analysis and policy recommendations on a specific and important aspect of development.

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Jean-Christophe Carret

Division Director, Middle East Department, Middle East & North Africa, Afghanistan & Pakistan Region (MENAAP)

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Apr 23, 2025

MENA Economic Update, April 2025

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is expected to grow moderately at 2.6 percent in 2025 — a forecast that is shrouded in uncertainty given the rapidly changing global environment as well as ongoing conflicts ...
Oct 16, 2024

MENA Economic Update, October 2024

The MENA region is expected to grow at 2.2% in 2024, yet the outlook remains subdued amid heightened uncertainty. This edition also includes an update on the economic impacts of the conflict in the Middle East.
May 24, 2024

Syria Economic Monitor — Spring 2024

More than a decade of conflict compounded by external shocks have further worsened Syria’s dire economic situation in 2023 and led to a dramatic deterioration in the welfare of Syrian households.
Apr 15, 2024

MENA Economic Update, April 2024

According to the report, MENA economies are expected to return to low growth akin to the decade prior to the pandemic. MENA’s gross domestic product (GDP) is forecast to rise to 2.7% in 2024.

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Country Office Contacts

Zeina El Khalil

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The World Bank In Syrian Arab Republic

Syria Macro-Fiscal Assessment 2025

US$146 million grant to improve electricity supply in Syria

Syria's Arrears to the World Bank Group Cleared