Japan lifts asset freeze on 16 Syrian entities as it eases sanctions

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Japan lifted asset freezes and other restrictions on sixteen Syrian entities, including ministries and state-owned companies, as part of a review of sanctions imposed since 2011.

Published
29 Sep 2026 · 11:30 UTC
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Source: sana.sy

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