“Invest in Syria”: Frankfurt School brings together international financial institutions to support Syria’s economic reconstruction

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management will host the international conference “Invest in Syria: A New Chapter for Syria’s Economy” on 10 November 2026 at its campus in Frankfurt am Main. The high-level event will bring together representatives from Syrian and German financial institutions, European institutions, and national and international development banks to discuss opportunities for Syria’s economic reconstruction and closer financial cooperation. 

The conference will be held under the patronage of the Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Mohammed Safwat Raslan, and is organised as part of a project funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

A strong banking sector and functioning international financial connections are essential prerequisites for Syria’s economic recovery. The conference will therefore focus on modernising Syria’s banking and payment systems, restoring cross-border financial relationships, and promoting investment and private sector development. Particular attention will be given to the challenges and practical opportunities involved in gradually reconnecting Syrian banks to the international financial system.

Mohammed Safwat Raslan, Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, emphasises:

“Building a new Syria also means building a stronger financial system – one that people and businesses can trust and that is connected to the world. At the Central Bank of Syria, we are working to modernise our institution, strengthen stability, and create the conditions for investment and growth. There is much to be done, but we are laying the foundations for a stronger Syria of tomorrow.”

Beyond facilitating professional exchange, the conference aims to lay the groundwork for long-term institutional partnerships and concrete follow-up initiatives. Frankfurt School seeks to serve as a bridge between Syrian and international financial institutions, supporting the development of sustainable cooperation.

Eugen Doce, Senior Director and Head of International Advisory Services at Frankfurt School, highlights:

“The reintegration of Syrian banks into the international payment system and, to a large extent, into international financial markets will be crucial for Syria’s reconstruction and recovery. At the same time, people in Syria and Germany have built strong personal and social ties over the past years. Closer economic cooperation can bring benefits to both countries. At Frankfurt School, we want to serve as a bridge and act as a facilitator for the financial and real sectors of both economies.”

Through the conference, Frankfurt School aims to deepen dialogue between Syrian, German, and international financial institutions and identify concrete opportunities for long-term cooperation that can contribute to strengthening Syria’s financial sector and supporting the country’s sustainable economic development.