Qatar to Acquire Banks in Syria

Qatar's investment holding group is in talks to acquire Shahba Bank Syria and a 30% stake in the Syrian International Islamic Bank, potentially reshaping the country's financial sector.

Four informed sources have stated that the Qatari investment holding group is set to acquire Shahba Bank Syria and a 30% stake in the Syrian International Islamic Bank. This acquisition marks a significant development in the country's financial sector and will strengthen the position of Qatari capital in the Syrian market.

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