Syrian President Bashar al-Assad issued a decree prohibiting government officials from entering into new investments, aiming to deter foreign investor competition and separate private interests from public responsibilities, according to Syria TV. The decision, announced on October 12th, 2025, also mandates that government officials with existing investments must declare them to the government. Meetings between officials and investors are now required to occur in government offices. This directive is part of an effort to create a more transparent investment environment, as stated by President al-Assad in comments emphasizing the importance of separating private investment from public duty. The move follows earlier reports on the same day regarding significant military integration agreements between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) under US sponsorship. The decree aims to improve market fairness and encourage foreign investment by removing potential conflicts of interest among government personnel. Officials are expected to comply with the new regulations immediately.
