The Minister of Culture visited NASTEX 2026, touring a number of exhibition pavilions and reviewing the products, experiences and initiatives presented by participating companies and organisations in the fields of textiles, silk, design and traditional crafts.
The tour included specialised pavilions dedicated to fabrics, textile products, machinery and modern technologies, as well as areas highlighting Syrian heritage, handicrafts and initiatives that reinterpret cultural traditions through contemporary approaches.
During the visit, the Minister listened to presentations from exhibitors about the nature of their participation, the stages involved in developing their products and the importance of combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation in textile production.
This combination helps preserve local identity while giving Syrian products greater potential to reach wider audiences and regional and international markets.
Textiles as Part of Syria’s Cultural Identity
The Minister’s visit carries particular significance because Syria’s textile sector holds a value that extends beyond its industrial and commercial dimensions.
Textiles are closely connected to the history and collective memory of Syrian cities, as well as to traditional crafts passed down through generations.
From Damascus brocade and natural silk to fabrics and handmade textile products, the sector has played an essential role in shaping Syrian cultural identity across different historical periods.
The visit also offered an opportunity to explore youth-led and entrepreneurial projects that draw on this heritage and reinterpret it through contemporary designs and products.
These initiatives seek to preserve the spirit of traditional craftsmanship while responding to changing markets and consumer needs.
NASTEX Brings Culture and Industry Together
The visit reflects the role of NASTEX in bringing industry, investment and culture together within one platform.
The exhibition is not limited to presenting products and production lines. It also highlights the story of Syrian textiles and their relationship with society, identity and inherited craftsmanship.
NASTEX provides craftspeople, designers, manufacturers and entrepreneurs with an opportunity to present their work, build new relationships and exchange expertise.
It also helps introduce visitors to the cultural and creative potential of Syria’s textile sector.
The Minister of Culture’s visit forms part of a series of official visits to NASTEX 2026, reflecting growing interest in the exhibition as a national platform that brings together stakeholders involved in developing Syrian industry, preserving its heritage and strengthening its presence locally and regionally.