Damascus: The Ministry of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship has concluded an official working visit to the Syrian capital, as the government delegation was led by Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, Sami Smirat.
According to Jordan News Agency, the visit featured a series of extensive talks, including meetings with Syrian Minister of Communications and Technology, Abdul Salam Heikal, as well as engagements with academic institutions and startups in Syria’s communications and cybersecurity sectors.
The delegation also actively participated in the Jordanian-Syrian Business Forum. Smirat stated that the visit reflects the “depth” of bilateral relations and cooperation in the communications and digital transformation sectors, setting the stage for a “new” phase of technological partnerships based on exchanging expertise and integrating capabilities.
The minister expressed his pride in the “successes” of Jordanian companies in various areas such as cybersecurity, digital services, e-commerce, game design, and artificial intelligence. Smirat added that the visit was motivated by a “genuine” desire to build partnerships with Syria, open up avenues for joint cooperation and investment, share “successful” experiences, and offer technical and knowledge-based support aimed at developing digital infrastructure, empowering youth, and building skills.
Additionally, the Jordanian and Syrian ministers inaugurated the “Hi-Tech” Information and Communications Technology Exhibition in Damascus, with “broad” participation from Jordanian and Syrian companies. The exhibition served as a joint platform to showcase technological opportunities and enhance communication between the two countries’ entrepreneurs and companies.
The discussions included cooperation opportunities in digital transformation, communications infrastructure, cybersecurity, and the digital economy, as well as strengthening the role of innovation in supporting startups and empowering young people’s technical skills. During the visit, both sides also explored ways to activate partnerships between the public and private sectors and provide broader cooperation opportunities among the two countries’ digital institutions, aimed at developing services, growing the digital economy, and stimulating the business environment.