Installation began for two transformers with a total capacity of 400 MW to enhance electrical grid reliability in Aleppo Governorate during the 59-minute reporting window from 7:16:12 PM to 8:16:03 PM UTC on February 9, 2026, according to the Syrian Ministry of Energy on X. Separately, the Governor of the Central Bank announced that around 25% of old currency has been exchanged, with the 90-day exchange period expected to be extended, as reported by QalaatAlMudiq on X. The Central Financial Control Authority is overseeing the destruction of Assad-era currency following its exchange for new banknotes, per the Central Bank Governor's statement cited by QalaatAlMudiq. This update comes amid ongoing economic stabilization efforts in Syria. The transformer installation in Aleppo builds on recent security and infrastructure enhancements in the governorate, including the establishment of the City Monitoring Unit earlier on February 9 for community policing, as previously reported by QalaatAlMudiq.
