Syria Is Replacing the Assad Pound but Winning Back Trust Will Be Harder...

Economics and markets | Jul 29, 2026, 12:08 PM

Syria is retiring old banknotes linked to the Assad regime as part of an effort to replace the national currency.

Restoring public confidence in the new monetary system remains a significant challenge for the transitional authorities.

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