Syria Begins Preliminary Consultations on Draft Media Law

Damascus Chamber, EU discuss private sector support, investment revival

Damascus, July 22 (SANA)    Damascus Chamber of Commerce President Issam al-Gharyouti met on Wednesday with a delegation from the EU mission to Syria, headed by Program Director Tuuli Räty, to discuss enhancing economic cooperation. The meeting, held at the chamber’s headquarters, focused on the importance of supporting the private sector, improving the business and investment environment in Syria, and contributing to economic recovery and revit…

Syria begins preliminary consultations on draft media law

The Syrian Journalists Association called the move a "positive step" in the development of Syria's media environment.

Journalists Discuss Proposals for New Syrian Media Law

Syria’s Ministry of Information and its provincial directorates began holding sessions across the country on Tuesday, July 21, to discuss proposals for drafting a new media law. The proposed law is intended to replace legislation adopted under the former Syrian regime before being presented to members of the People’s Assembly for approval. Information directorates in several Syrian governorates held sessions with journalists and media workers. E…