On the sidelines of the 41st session of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation (COMCEC) of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in Istanbul, Syrian Economy and Industry Minister Nidal al-Shaar met with Turkish Trade Minister Omar Bolat to explore avenues for deepening bilateral economic and commercial ties. n nThe discussion, held on Sunday, focused on enhancing trade relations and identifying opportunities for joint investment, particularly in the context of Syria’s reconstruction phase. Both sides emphasized the importance of private sector engagement in revitalizing economic linkages and establishing new channels for collaboration in industry, trade, and investment. n nThe meeting highlighted mutual interest in expanding partnerships that support post-conflict recovery and foster regional economic integration. Officials agreed that strengthening institutional coordination and reducing trade barriers could pave the way for increased business activity between the two neighboring countries. n— news from bernamann— News Original —nSyrian-Turkish Meeting to Discuss Ways to Enhance Economic and Trade CooperationnIstanbul/3 November/November //BERNAMA-SANA//– Syrian Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal al-Shaar discussed with Turkish Trade Minister Omar Bolat in Istanbul on Sunday ways to enhance economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. n nDuring the meeting held on the sidelines of the 41st session of the Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation (COMCEC) of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), investment partnership prospects during the reconstruction phase were also discussed. n nThe importance of the private sector’s role in supporting economic relations and opening new channels for joint cooperation in the fields of trade, industry and investment was emphasized.