Saudi, Qatar pledge USD 89M to back Syria’s public sector

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have announced joint financial support of 89 million US dollars to Syria, Saudi state media reported.

The funding, provided through the Saudi Fund for Development and the Qatar Fund for Development, will support public sector employees in Syria for three months, aiming to ensure the continued delivery of essential services and strengthen government budget



allocations, reports Xinhua, quoting the Saudi Press Agency.

The assistance, implemented in coordination with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), is designed to enhance sustainable livelihoods and promote inclusive economic recovery. Officials said it would also bolster systems, improve financial sector inclusiveness, and contribute to long-term development goals in Syria.