The Turkish Minister of Transportation announced that a 25-member Turkish team has begun work in Syria to renovate Damascus International Airport.
The Turkish technicians at Damascus International Airport © X
The Turkish Minister of Transportation announced that a 25-member Turkish team has begun work in Syria to renovate Damascus International Airport.
This initiative marks a significant step in Turkey's involvement in Syria’s post-conflict reconstruction, as Damascus seeks to restore key infrastructure amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
The renovation of Damascus Airport comes as Syria continues its efforts to normalize relations with regional powers, including Turkey. The move is seen as part of broader diplomatic engagements between Ankara and Damascus, following years of strained relations due to Turkey's support for opposition forces during the Syrian civil war.
Turkey has long maintained economic and military interests in northern Syria, controlling several areas along the border.
This latest project indicates Ankara’s increasing influence in Syria’s reconstruction efforts, potentially strengthening its position in future negotiations over Syria’s governance and economic recovery.
The renovation of Damascus Airport is not just an infrastructure project—it carries political and strategic implications.
It signals a warming of ties between Ankara and Damascus, as well as a potential shift in Turkey’s long-standing policy on Syria.
The airport was inaugurated in 1970 and served as Syria’s main international gateway, connecting the country to major cities in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Before the Syrian conflict erupted in 2011, Damascus Airport was a key entry point for tourists and business travelers.
Due to the war, the airport has suffered extensive damage and has been partially closed multiple times due to security concerns.
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