Doha, December 17 (QNA) - Qatar Chamber discussed on Wednesday with a delegation from Syria the cooperation relations between the two fraternal countries in various trade, economic and investment fields, and the diverse investment opportunities in Syria, especially in Aleppo, in which Qatari businessmen can participate.

This came during the meeting of First Vice-Chairman of Qatar Chamber Mohamed bin Twar Al Kuwari with the Syrian delegation headed by Deputy Governor of Aleppo Abdulrahman Salama.

The meeting discussed the possibility of organizing a joint business meeting or workshop, bringing together officials from various economic sectors in Aleppo Governorate and representatives of Qatari companies across different sectors, to introduce the governorate's investment opportunities in detail before Qatari investors.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chairman of Qatar Chamber stressed the deep relations between both countries, highlighting the strong interest of Qatari business owners in exploring available investment opportunities, particularly in light of the extensive reconstruction underway in Syria.

He noted that Aleppo Governorate is considered Syria’s industrial and economic capital, underscoring that Qatari business leaders are keen to learn more about its investment climate and available opportunities, especially in the industrial, agricultural, and commercial sectors.

For his part, Deputy Governor of Aleppo Abdulrahman Salama invited Qatari business owners to explore the investment opportunities available in Aleppo across various economic sectors.

He noted that Aleppo Governorate is the largest governorate after Damascus and is considered Syria's largest industrial city. He added that since liberation, approximately 1,400 new factories have been established in Aleppo, calling on Qatari businessmen to invest in this vital industrial sector.

In turn, Qatar Chamber Member Mohamed bin Ahmed Al Obaidli stressed the need for a clear investment map for Aleppo Governorate that outlines all sectors, available investment opportunities, and related incentives. He noted that Syria is distinguished by its skilled technical workforce and human competencies across various fields, emphasising that the Qatari side is keen to invest in Syria in general and in Aleppo Governorate in particular.

For his part, Qatar Chamber Member Dr. Mohamed bin Jawhar highlighted the sincere fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries, noting that these ties are clearly reflected in cooperation across the trade, economic, and investment fields, and reaffirming the strong interest of Qatari business leaders in investing in Syria.

On the other hand, Investment Coordinator for Governor of Aleppo Hazem Lotfy said that under the new law, investment is now 100 percent open to foreign investors, offering numerous incentives and facilities. These include the free movement of capital, the entry of technical workers, and facilities at both the agricultural and industrial levels. He also invited Qatari business owners to visit Aleppo Governorate to explore the available investment opportunities firsthand.

While Director of International Cooperation at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mahmoud Al Shahadi said that the population of Aleppo Governorate exceeds 7.5 million people, and that there is a great need for many projects within the framework of reconstruction, which generates major investment opportunities looking for investors. (QNA)