Qatar’s UCC Holding and Syria’s new government signed a $7bn electricity investment deal last week, signaling the international community’s latest attempt to help Syria rebuild after 14 years of civil war.

“This agreement marks a crucial step in Syria’s infrastructure recovery plan. It will strengthen our national grid, expand access to electricity, and help meet growing demand through partnerships that combine international expertise with local priorities,” Syrian Energy Minister Mohammad al-Bashir said at the 29 May signing ceremony. (CONTINUED - 736 WORDS)