The European Union proposes €175 million in support for Syria
In a new support step for Syria following the lifting of economic sanctions, the European Commission has proposed allocating €175 million to support social and economic recovery efforts in the country.
An official European Union statement stated that the funding will focus on supporting Syrian public institutions through the use of local and international experts, including members of the Syrian diaspora, as well as enabling community initiatives in vital sectors such as energy, education, health, agriculture, and livelihoods.
The program also aims to revitalize the rural and urban economy by creating job opportunities and improving livelihoods, as well as improving access to finance for the most vulnerable groups.
Support also includes promoting transitional justice and respect for human rights, with a particular focus on combating impunity and supporting missing persons cases.
The European Commission seeks to integrate Syria into major regional initiatives in cooperation with Mediterranean countries, such as the Erasmus+ program and the new Mediterranean Charter, as part of strengthening regional partnerships.
This proposal comes as part of the European Union’s pledge to provide approximately €2.5 billion during the Ninth International Conference in Support of Syria, which includes support for the safe return of displaced Syrians and refugees, in addition to the humanitarian response in Syria and neighboring countries such as Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, and Türkiye.
