Fleeting recovery: Reef Dimashq struggles as markets stagnate
Following an initial burst of activity when the regime fell and displaced people returned, markets in Reef Dimashq are faltering and facing new challenges.
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04, 2025
13
02, 2025
False improvement and speculation: What is happening to the Syrian pound?
Syrian markets are experiencing instability in the prices of basic goods as the black market exchange rate of the pound fluctuates sharply, while the Central Bank of Syria takes a hands-off approach.
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12, 2024
Minor improvement, increased demand: What comes next for the Syrian pound?
The Central Bank of Syria aims to close the gap between the Syrian pound’s official exchange rate and its black market price, following a “momentary improvement” in its value when the regime fell.
15
04, 2024
Living and working as a Syrian in Egypt: A constant balancing act
Syrians, like other refugees in Egypt, face a host of barriers to residency and work permits. Pushed into the informal sector, they face exploitation and abuse. Their plight points to the darker side of Egypt for millions of foreigners.
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12, 2023
‘Worst since the beginning of the 20th century’: What does 2024 hold for Syria’s economy in freefall?
In 2023, the Syrian pound fell to an unprecedented low, with living conditions in the country at their “worst since the beginning of the 20th century.” Will 2024 bring any relief, or only more of the same?
