Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Turkcell has expanded its international roaming services to cover all of Syria, allowing subscribers to use data, messaging, and voice services nationwide without extra fees. Previously limited to northern regions, the move improves connectivity for travelers and reflects Türkiye’s broader engagement in supporting communication access across Syria.
Syria will soon host its first new subsea cable in over 25 years, as the Medusa system lands in Tartous, strengthening connectivity between Europe, the Middle East, and Asia and marking a major step in Syria’s digital reconstruction.
Syria has joined the Medusa Submarine Cable System to build its first international subsea connection, a move set to improve national connectivity and support post-conflict digital reconstruction through stronger regional telecom integration.
Saudi Arabia and Syria have signed an MoU linking Seha Virtual Hospital with Syria’s Health Ministry, enabling real-time consultations, digital healthcare access, and collaboration in emergency management, preventive care, and health investment. The partnership underscores Saudi Arabia’s role in regional health innovation and Syria’s efforts to rebuild its medical system.
Syria and Saudi Arabia have launched talks to boost cooperation in education, telecom, and trade. Discussions focused on digital learning platforms, improving telecom infrastructure, and reviewing Syria’s investment opportunities, reflecting renewed efforts to strengthen bilateral economic ties
Saudi Arabia and Syria are rapidly expanding economic ties after hosting the Saudi-Syrian Partnership and Investment Forum in Jeddah. With trade expected to hit SR2 billion in 2025 and investment agreements surging to SR24 billion, both nations are deepening cooperation in reconstruction, real estate, and key growth sectors.
Syria has rejoined the GSMA after over ten years, enhancing regional telecom cooperation with Jordan. The move enables Syria to access global telecom resources and expertise as it modernizes its infrastructure and fosters startup support through a new national incubator alliance.
Jordan and Syria held discussions to enhance cooperation in telecommunications and digital economy sectors. Jordan shared regulatory expertise, while both sides explored investment opportunities to support Syria’s telecom modernization and regional digital collaboration.
Syria has rejoined the GSMA after over a decade, reconnecting with global telecom systems and regional digital frameworks. The move, supported by lifted U.S. sanctions, marks a significant step in Syria’s digital reintegration and cooperation with neighboring Arab countries.
Salam and Syria’s Ministry of Communications sign MoU to expand Syria’s digital infrastructure with new IP PoPs in Damascus and Aleppo, promoting regional cooperation and supporting Syria’s digital transformation ambitions.