Aref
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Aref
@HolyAref
We own the ropes, who’s gonna hang us now, eh?










I am deeply grateful for the trust President Trump placed in me and for the opportunity to lead @ODNIgov for the last year and a half. Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30, 2026. My husband, Abraham, has recently been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. He faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months. At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle.


A year ago, the United States decided to give Syria a chance at greatness by lifting sanctions and opening the door to investment. The results speak for themselves: 18,000+ companies registered in Damascus, 1.5 million refugees returned, and billions of dollars in investment pledged. We are pleased to launch comprehensive Syria Investor Guides – the most detailed publicly available market intelligence report for Syria - signaling American confidence that Syria can be a credible destination for responsible investment, enterprise, and integration. Real opportunities exist across sectors – electricity, oil and gas, technology, telecommunications, real estate, and banking. American companies with their technological leadership, expertise, and standards are uniquely positioned to fill many of the gaps Syria urgently needs. These guides outline opportunities for American companies while helping connect Syria to trusted, resilient, and transparent economic partnerships that support long-term prosperity and stability. With smart governance, regional cooperation, and responsible investment, opportunity can become reality. sy.usembassy.gov/business/














