The opening of NASTEX 2026 represents a pivotal milestone in the development of Syria’s textile sector.
The exhibition officially opened under the patronage and in the presence of the President of the Syrian Arab Republic, Ahmad al-Sharaa, highlighting the strategic importance of the textile industry and its role in supporting the national economy, strengthening production, encouraging investment and building partnerships that contribute to the revitalisation of Syrian industry.
An Official Opening Bringing Together Government and the Private Sector
The official opening ceremony was held at the Damascus Conference Palace, with the participation of more than 1,000 government, business and diplomatic figures, alongside leading industrialists, investors and businesspeople from Syria and abroad.
The ceremony featured a diverse programme reflecting the identity and mission of the exhibition.
It began with the screening of the official NASTEX 2026 launch film, followed by a speech from Fadi Ahmad, founder of the Syria International Textile Exhibition — NASTEX.
The programme also included the announcement of Syrian Textile Week, as well as a speech by Minister of Economy and Industry Dr Nidal al-Shaar, who emphasised the importance of developing the sector and enhancing its competitiveness.
A Message Establishing a New Phase
The ceremony concluded with a speech by President Ahmad al-Sharaa, in which he underlined the importance of supporting productive sectors, strengthening national industry and creating an environment that encourages investment.
These priorities represent essential pillars of economic development in the coming period.
The President’s patronage of the opening reflects the priority given to the textile sector within Syria’s development agenda. It also demonstrates confidence in the role of NASTEX as a platform that brings industrialists, investors and decision-makers together to build genuine partnerships and transform available opportunities into productive projects.
NASTEX 2026: A Platform for the Future of Industry
NASTEX 2026 is more than a specialised trade exhibition. It is an integrated platform bringing together industry, investment and innovation.
The exhibition seeks to support textile value chains, connect technology with production and strengthen the presence of Syrian products in regional and international markets.
The opening of the exhibition under the patronage of the President of the Syrian Arab Republic confirms that NASTEX 2026 is not merely an economic event.
It represents a practical step towards a new stage in the advancement of Syria’s textile industry and the consolidation of its position as one of the key drivers of growth and development in the years ahead.