Syria

While Syrian authorities have touted the success of intervention measures aimed at stabilising the value of the Syrian pound, we are not wholly convinced by the evidence, and therefore... 2011-07-15

Despite the commencement of a national dialogue, we maintain our view that the probability of a negotiated settlement between the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and opposition... 2011-07-11

The gathering of Syrian intellectuals and opposition activists in Damascus on June 27 will have a net positive effect on the political crisis facing the country, in our view, though... 2011-06-28

Syrian military forces have stepped up their crackdowns near the country's borders with Turkey and Lebanon, sending Syrians fleeing to both countries to escape the political crisis.... 2011-06-28

In line with our view, the Syrian government has granted several concessions while continuing to use force against protestors, and we expect this trend to continue over the coming weeks.... 2011-04-20

BMI View: We see considerable growth potential in Syria, though caution that foreign investment does not come without its risks (as BMI's business environment rating of 31.5/100... 2011-04-20

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad enacted two decrees that reduce taxes and customs fees on a number of food products following statements that the government would work to decrease... 2011-02-25