Investment Tourism

Available market reports and information may not be sufficient to fully grasp investment opportunities. Investors often need to visit the country to familiarize themselves with the business environment, observe markets and projects firsthand, and meet with business owners and relevant stakeholders.

To address this need, Ethmaar Investment offers an "Investment Tourism" service in Syria. These are tailored visit programs designed for investors and businesspeople who wish to gain direct insight into the economic environment, the business community, and the sectors and opportunities available in the Syrian market. The program combines exploration, professional meetings, site visits, and logistical support.

What is Investment Tourism?
Investment tourism is a specialized experience for investors and businesspeople, designed to provide a direct understanding of the Syrian market rather than relying solely on theoretical information.

The program is customized to the visitor's specific objectives—whether they wish to conduct market research, explore investment opportunities, gain insight into a particular sector, meet potential partners, visit projects and companies, or build a business network in Syria.

Programs Tailored to Investor Objectives
There is no "one-size-fits-all" trip for investors; therefore, Ethmaar begins by understanding the visit's goals and the investor's interests, then designs a program suited to their business activities and available timeframe.

The program may include:
- Exploring sectors and markets relevant to the investor's interests.
- Visiting sites and projects related to the investment field.
- Arranging meetings with businesspeople and potential corporate partners. - Organizing meetings with service providers and relevant stakeholders.
- Field tours to gain insight into the business environment.
- Tourism and cultural visits included in the program.
- Transportation, reception, and accommodation services tailored to the trip's requirements.

**Understanding the Business Environment in Syria**

Field visits help investors form a realistic perception of the market and the environment in which they might operate.

Through the program, investors can gain insight into:

• The nature of local markets.
• Commercial activity trends.
• Various economic sectors.
• Market and customer needs.
• Existing companies and projects.
• Service and logistics infrastructure related to business operations.
• The nature of business relationships and the local business community.

Visits and meetings are organized to align with the investor's specific areas of interest and objectives.

**Exploring Investment Opportunities**

The visit can serve as a first step toward identifying potential investment opportunities.

Ethmaar assists investors in organizing a program that allows them to explore projects and sectors aligned with their interests and understand the nature of available opportunities. Subsequently, the process can move to more detailed stages, such as analyzing the opportunity, conducting a feasibility study, or evaluating the project as needed.

The goal of investment-focused visits is not to make an investment decision during the trip itself, but rather to provide a better understanding of the market and opportunities prior to making a decision.

**Meeting with Businesspeople and Companies**

Local relationships are a crucial part of an investor's journey, especially when entering a new market.

Therefore, Ethmaar can assist in arranging meetings with:

• Businesspeople.
• Company and project owners.
• Potential business partners.
• Suppliers and service providers. - Relevant professional entities.
• Specialists in the targeted sectors.

The nature of these meetings is determined based on the investor's objectives and areas of interest.

**Investor Services During the Trip**

In addition to the investment program, Ethmaar is committed to ensuring a well-organized and comfortable experience for the investor during their stay in Syria.

Services may include:

**Airport Reception**

Coordinating the investor's reception upon arrival and arranging their transfer to their accommodation.

**Hotel Accommodation**

Assisting with hotel reservations that meet the investor's requirements and align with the visit program's locations.

**Transportation**
Coordinating transportation between meetings, project sites, and various visits included in the program.

**Private and VIP Vehicles**
Providing transportation options tailored to businesspeople and investors, based on the nature of the trip and their specific needs.

Meeting Coordination
Assistance in scheduling professional meetings and appointments throughout the visit.

Field Visits
Organizing visits to sites, projects, and markets relevant to the investor's interests.

Tourism and Investment: A Unified Experience

The trip is not limited to meetings and business; discovering Syria also means exploring its history, culture, cities, and landmarks.

We can integrate the investment aspect with a tourism and cultural program tailored to the visit's duration and the investor's interests, ensuring a comprehensive experience that combines business, exploration, and culture.

Who is this investment-tourism service for?
This service is specifically designed for:
- Investors wishing to explore the Syrian market.
- Businesspeople looking to build commercial relationships in Syria.
- Companies considering entry into the Syrian market.
- Investors seeking new opportunities or projects.
- Companies looking for local partners.
- Investors wishing to visit specific projects and sectors.
- Businesspeople based outside Syria who want to gain firsthand insight into the market.

Why choose Ethmaar to organize your investment trip?

Ethmaar combines deep knowledge of the business and investment landscape with the capability to organize all necessary services and meetings for the investor during their visit.

We guide you through the process:

Visiting Syria → Understanding the market → Exploring sectors → Visiting projects → Meeting business owners → Building relationships → Evaluating opportunities. The visit program can also be integrated with other Ithmar services—such as investment opportunity analysis and evaluation, company incorporation, licensing, investor and corporate support, and international promotion and expansion—tailored to the investor's needs and the project's stage of development.

Discover Syria from an Investor’s Perspective

If you are an investor or businessperson considering entry into the Syrian market, a field visit can be a crucial step toward gaining a closer, more realistic understanding of the market.

Ethmaar Investment designs an investment-focused experience that allows you to get an up-close look at Syria, its market, its business community, and the opportunities available.

Start by defining your visit objectives, and let us help you design an investment-focused itinerary tailored to your interests and business sector.

What the service includes

• Investment programmes and tours
• Investor reception and accompaniment
• Visits to projects, companies, and investment areas
• Meetings with prospective partners
• Accommodation, transport, and cultural tours

How we work

1. Define interests
2. Design the programme
3. Follow up after the visit

Frequently asked questions

What is investment tourism in Syria?

Investment tourism consists of tailored visit programs for investors and businesspeople wishing to gain firsthand insight into the Syrian market, business environment, economic sectors, and potential investment opportunities. These programs allow for the organization of visits, meetings, and logistical arrangements customized to each investor's specific objectives.

What does an investment tourism trip to Syria include?

The program is designed according to the investor's needs and may include airport reception, accommodation, transportation, field visits, meetings with businesspeople and companies, and introductions to specific sectors, alongside tourism and cultural activities during the visit.

Does Ethmaar assist in identifying investment opportunities during the visit?

Ethmaar can help introduce the investor to sectors, projects, and opportunities that align with their interests, as well as organize relevant visits and meetings. However, making an investment decision requires an independent study and evaluation of the opportunity based on its specific nature.

Does investment tourism include airport reception and transportation?

Yes, arrangements can be made to welcome the investor upon arrival and provide transportation options between the airport, the hotel, meeting venues, and various visit sites, tailored to the program's nature and the investor's needs.

Does Ethmaar assist with hotel and accommodation bookings?.

Yes, assistance can be provided in arranging accommodation and selecting a suitable hotel—based on the program's location, the visit's duration, and the investor's preferences—as part of the trip's logistical services.

Is investment tourism suitable for investors residing outside Syria?

Yes, the service is specifically designed to facilitate visits by investors and businesspeople arriving from outside Syria by organizing itineraries, meetings, and logistics, thereby helping them make the most of their time in the country.