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Roya News
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Roya News
Jordan and Syria agree to share Yarmouk River water, address wells issue
In what officials described as a "milestone" in bilateral water relations, Jordan and Syria signed an official meeting protocol on Tuesday that ensures the fair distribution of water from the Yarmouk River Basin and addresses the issue of unregulated wells in southern Syria. The agreement was reached during meetings of the Jordanian-Syrian technical committee held at the Wihdeh Dam site on the Jordanian side. The talks were led by Secretary-General of the Jordan Valley Authority, Eng. Hisham Al-Hayasa, and Syria's Assistant Minister of Water Resources, Eng. Osama Abu Zaid. Breakthrough in unresolved water issues Al-Hayasa described the meetings as "constructive and fruitful," emphasizing the clear commitment from both sides to resolving long-standing water-related issues. He noted that the signed protocol would positively impact Jordan's water sector, particularly irrigation and drinking water supplies. Syria's delegation also demonstrated a 'notable and tangible' level of cooperation, with several key agreements reached: Revisiting the 1987 water treaty: Syria expressed readiness to reexamine the historic 1987 water-sharing agreement to align it with current hydrological realities, including rainfall and water flow data, to establish new fair distribution ratios. Regulating wells and dams: Both sides agreed to assess the status of wells and dams in southern Syria and take appropriate actions to ensure mutual interests are protected. Data sharing and transparency: A joint monitoring system will be established in the Yarmouk Basin to enable continuous and transparent exchange of water-related data between the two countries. Future cooperation and water supply The discussions also opened the door to future cooperation, with Jordan presenting a study on potential cloud seeding projects in the basin to enhance rainfall and increase water availability. In a significant gesture, Syria agreed to study the possibility of providing Jordan with additional water supplies this summer to help offset drinking water shortages. The technical committees will continue talks in a follow-up meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Damascus to implement the outcomes of this agreement.
Shafaq News
08-06-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Last families depart Syria's major displacement camp
Shafaq News/ The Rukban displacement camp near the Jordanian-Syrian border officially closed after the final group of residents departed for eastern rural Homs. Syria's Emergency and Disaster Management Minister Raed al-Saleh described the closure in a post on X as 'the end of one of the most severe humanitarian crises faced by displaced people.' اغلاق مخيم الركبان يمثل نهاية لواحدة من أقسى المآسي الإنسانية التي واجهها أهلنا النازحون، نأمل أن تشكل هذه الخطوة بداية لمسار ينهي معاناة بقية المخيمات، يعيد أهلها إلى ديارهم بكرامة وأمان. #الجمهورية_العربية_السورية #وزارة_الطوارئ_والكوارث #مخيم_الركبان #سوريا — Raed Al Saleh ( رائد الصالح ) (@RaedAlSaleh3) June 7, 2025 The closure comes as part of a broader trend of repatriation following the political transition in Syria. The UNHCR Representative of Syria Gonzalo Vargas Llosa noted in a post on X that approximately 500,000 Syrian refugees have returned home since the fall of the previous regime on December 8, 2024. 500,000 Syrian refugees have now returned home. I referred to this landmark moment in an interview with the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). Since the fall of the Assad regime, we have a historic opportunity to fulfill the hope of millions of refugees and internally displaced… — Gonzalo Vargas Llosa (@llosa_gonzalo) May 16, 2025 Established in 2014 amid widespread displacement from Homs and Hama, the Rukban in southeastern Syria, in Rif Dimashq province, became one of the largest camps for displaced civilians during the Syrian Civil War. It had faced years of severe humanitarian hardship and, at its peak between 2018 and 2019, hosted nearly 50,000 internally displaced persons, most of them women and children.
Ammon
26-05-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Jordanian business delegation starts official visit to Syria
Ammon News - A prominent Jordanian business delegation will travel to Syria on May 26 for an official visit aimed at boosting economic relations between the two countries and exploring areas of mutual cooperation. The visit, which will be the first official mission of its kind under the Jordan Chamber of Commerce, is being organized in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Jordanian Embassy in Damascus, and the Syrian Chamber of Commerce Union, according to Khalil Al-Hajj Tawfiq, Chairman of both the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Commerce. Al-Hajj Tawfiq, who will lead the delegation, described the visit as the largest private sector delegation since the fall of the previous regime and noted that it includes key leaders from Jordan's commercial and service sectors. Over the course of two days, the delegation will engage in high-level talks with Syrian ministers, members of the Syrian Chamber of Commerce Union, and private sector business leaders. The discussions will focus on strengthening trade ties and exploring opportunities for collaboration, including the establishment of a joint Jordanian-Syrian business council and the organization of a business forum in Amman. Al-Hajj Tawfiq expressed his hope that the visit would mark the beginning of a new chapter in the economic relations between the two countries. The delegation will also focus on supporting Syria in its rebuilding efforts, particularly following the recent lifting of sanctions and Syria's reintegration into the regional and global economy. Al-Hajj Tawfiq emphasized that Jordan's private sector is prepared to offer its expertise in key areas such as banking, digital transformation, and infrastructure development. Al-Hajj Tawfiq stressed the importance of removing trade barriers between the two countries and fostering closer economic partnerships. He highlighted the potential for growth in transit trade and called for increased collaboration through business forums, exhibitions, and sharing of investment opportunities.
Jordan News
15-05-2025
- Business
- Jordan News
Jordanian Business Delegation to Visit Syria to Strengthen Economic Ties - Jordan News
Jordanian Business Delegation to Visit Syria to Strengthen Economic Ties A prominent Jordanian business delegation will travel to Syria on May 26 for an official visit aimed at boosting economic relations between the two countries and exploring areas of mutual cooperation. اضافة اعلان The visit, which will be the first official mission of its kind under the Jordan Chamber of Commerce, is being organized in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Jordanian Embassy in Damascus, and the Syrian Chamber of Commerce Union, according to Khalil Al-Hajj Tawfiq, Chairman of both the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Commerce. Al-Hajj Tawfiq, who will lead the delegation, described the visit as the largest private sector delegation since the fall of the previous regime and noted that it includes key leaders from Jordan's commercial and service sectors. Over the course of two days, the delegation will engage in high-level talks with Syrian ministers, members of the Syrian Chamber of Commerce Union, and private sector business leaders. The discussions will focus on strengthening trade ties and exploring opportunities for collaboration, including the establishment of a joint Jordanian-Syrian business council and the organization of a business forum in Amman. Al-Hajj Tawfiq expressed his hope that the visit would mark the beginning of a new chapter in the economic relations between the two countries. The delegation will also focus on supporting Syria in its rebuilding efforts, particularly following the recent lifting of sanctions and Syria's reintegration into the regional and global economy. Al-Hajj Tawfiq emphasized that Jordan's private sector is prepared to offer its expertise in key areas such as banking, digital transformation, and infrastructure development. Al-Hajj Tawfiq stressed the importance of removing trade barriers between the two countries and fostering closer economic partnerships. He highlighted the potential for growth in transit trade and called for increased collaboration through business forums, exhibitions, and sharing of investment opportunities. Recent data from the Amman Chamber of Commerce shows that Jordan's exports to Syria reached JD 35.4 million in the first two months of this year, while imports from Syria amounted to JD 8.3 million. Petra
Jordan News
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Al-Shabani: Agreement on Holding a Jordanian-Syrian Government Summit in Damascus - Jordan News
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shabani announced the holding of a "Jordanian-Syrian government summit in the Syrian capital, Damascus." During a joint press conference with his counterparts, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Al-Safadi and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Al-Shabani stated that the Ankara meeting with Jordan and Turkey was constructive and fruitful. اضافة اعلان He reiterated Syria's commitment to enhancing military and security coordination with Jordan and Turkey, noting that Syria is working to intensify cooperation with both countries to address cross-border threats and prevent the infiltration of extremists into their shared territories. Al-Shabani emphasized that Syria would not allow foreign-backed militias to continue destabilizing its security. He pointed out that Israeli aggressions are not isolated incidents but rather systematic violations of international law that threaten to ignite the region. He affirmed that Syria's territorial integrity is non-negotiable. Regarding the agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Al-Shabani stated that delaying the implementation of the agreement would prolong chaos and open the door for foreign interventions. He emphasized that Syria would not tolerate evasion or delay tactics and that Syria will not return to war. Al-Shabani also highlighted that ISIS remains a national and regional threat, reaffirming Syria's determination to eliminate it.
