The World Bank says that the $15.5 million Syria owed it has been paid off by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, enabling Damascus to take out new loans.
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Concessions from what is likely to be a rapidly growing economy over the upcoming decade? They’re trying to diversify economically so they’re likely looking to capture the Syrian market before Turkey does.