All resources: Syrian Arab Republic

Gender and statistics in the world of work in the Arab States Region

The Brief on Gender and Statistics in the Arab States region examines the critical role of quality, disaggregated labour statistics in advancing gender equality and inclusion in the world of work across the Arab States. It reviews the availability...

Syria’s Surviving Social Insurance System: Anchoring an Accelerated Recovery and why it Needs Support

Syria's social insurance system remained operational throughout the country’s conflict, preserving continuity, trust, and institutional capacity at a time of profound disruption. This Spotlight Brief argues that strengthening this surviving system...

Press release

ILO supports Syria’s shift to a greener economy through skills, partnerships and policy dialogue

Green skills development is helping equip workers and institutions with the knowledge needed to support Syria's just transition and sustainable recovery.

Syria and the ILO strengthen government capacity to turn strategy into measurable results

Training programme equips Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour officials with practical tools to strengthen strategic planning, project implementation and results-based monitoring.

National dialogue set to strengthen TVET governance in Syria

Government, social partners and international organizations discussed ways to strengthen Syria’s TVET system and align skills training with labour market needs.

ILC.114/CAN/PV.19-Syrian Arab Republic-C.182

Amended PV – PV.19 Syrian Arab Republic C.182 - 9 June 2026 / PV amendé – PV.19 République arabe syrienne C.182 – 9 juin 2026 / Actas...

ILC.114/CAN/PV.19-Syrian Arab Republic-C.182

Draft PV – PV.19 Syrian Arab Republic C.182 - 9 June 2026 / Projet de PV – PV.19 République arabe syrienne C.182 – 9 juin 2026 / Proyecto...

Committee members may submit corrections to their own statements appearing in this draft PV to the secretariat by e-mail to [email protected] by Thursday 11 June at 10:00 am. Delegates are invited to consult Annex 3 of document D.1 on procedure for...

Regional value chains for recovery: Creating jobs and shared growth in Syria, Lebanon and Jordan

This study examines how the complementary strengths of Syria, Lebanon and Jordan can be leveraged to generate inclusive employment and support economic recovery through regional value chain development. Focusing on four key sectors, medicinal and...

New report

AI-driven transformation puts jobs, inequality and skills at a crossroads in the Arab region

A new report outlines diverging AI futures for jobs, growth and inequality in the Arab region. Proactive and inclusive policy measures are needed today, ILO Regional Director Ruba Jaradat says during an Arab Forum for Sustainable Development special...

ILC.114/CAN/D/Syrian Arab Republic-C.182

Information on the application of ratified Conventions supplied by governments on the list of individual cases (Syrian Arab Republic,...

Report

Skills profiling of Syrian returnees

The report highlights unemployment, skills gaps, and limited training access, calling for inclusive, localised, and market-aligned programmes to support sustainable economic reintegration and employment opportunities.

Job-rich investment must be at the heart of Syria’s recovery agenda

Investments in decent jobs and local economic growth are essential for an inclusive and sustainable recovery, the ILO has told the Syria Partnership Coordination Forum.

Report

Skills profiling of Syrian refugees in Lebanon

This report highlights barriers, return intentions, and recommendations for inclusive, market-driven employment and training programmes.

Syria advances national recovery through public works programme design and strengthening labour market data systems

Consultative workshop in Damascus brings together national institutions and social partners to shape employment-led recovery and evidence-based policymaking.

Social protection in crises: National systems must lead the way

Wilton Park discussions call for country-led social protection systems as the foundation for stability in fragile and conflict-affected settings.

Video

Child labour in Lebanon’s agricultural sector: Stories from Syrian refugee families

Filmed in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, this video documents the realities of child labour in the agricultural sector among Syrian refugee families. Through testimonies from children, parents and the ILO, it highlights the pressures that push children...

Institutional Capacity Building

Employers strengthen capacity for sustainable textile production in Syria

Syrian textile and garment employers participated in an ILO-facilitated study tour to Italy, gaining practical insights into European market requirements, responsible business conduct, international labour standards and sustainable production.

NDC 2.0 Review in the Arab States

Regional report of the integration of just transition themes in the Nationally Determined Contributions across the Arab States

This report reviews the second editions of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) as submitted to the UNFCCC NDC portal by July 2024, according to the 9 policy areas of the guidelines, as per the ILO Guidelines for a just transition to...

From displacement to employment: Syrians build better lives through decent work in Jordan’s Zaatari Camp

ILO employment services are helping Syrian refugees like Hanan and Malika access training and secure jobs, while also supporting Syrians wishing to return to their country.

Arab region builds social insurance capacities through new ILO training programme

Delegations from nine Arab States convene in Jordan to build capacities in social insurance governance, closing coverage gaps, and managing digital and labour market shifts.