Saudi telecom operator stc Group has secured a SAR3 billion ($800 million) contract from the Syrian government for the Silklink project, a major telecommunications infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening national and regional connectivity.
The project involves the deployment of a 4,500-kilometre fibre-optic network across Syria, alongside the development of data centres and international subsea cable landing stations. The initiative is designed to modernise the country’s telecommunications backbone while enabling stronger integration with regional and global digital networks.
According to stc, the Silklink project aligns with the group’s broader strategy to expand investments in cross-border digital infrastructure and support the creation of a regional connectivity ecosystem linking Arab, Asian, and European markets. The company views the project as a strategic step in reinforcing its role as a digital enabler across the region.
The fibre network is expected to significantly enhance data transmission capacity, improve network reliability, and support advanced digital services. This includes enabling telecommunications operators to deliver improved internet performance, cloud-based applications, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
The project is also intended to accelerate Syria’s digital transformation by upgrading internet quality and providing the infrastructure required for future digital services and economic development. stc noted that the initiative supports its long-term plans for sustainable growth in telecommunications and digital services while strengthening its regional infrastructure footprint.
