Syria has signed a significant gas cooperation agreement with U.S.-based ConocoPhillips and engineering firm Novaterra, marking one of the most notable international energy engagements since the country’s prolonged conflict began. The deal focuses on rehabilitating critical gas infrastructure.
Officials say the agreement will involve assessing damaged facilities, upgrading processing systems, and improving domestic gas supply. Years of infrastructure deterioration have hindered power generation and industrial output.
ConocoPhillips and Novaterra are expected to lead technical evaluations, with early phases centered on mapping gas reserves and restoring distribution networks. The project aims to reduce Syria’s heavy dependence on imported fuel.
However, the deal faces challenges, including sanctions, security risks, and heightened geopolitical scrutiny. Analysts warn that external pressures could influence implementation timelines.
Despite uncertainties, Syrian authorities describe the agreement as a crucial step toward revitalizing the energy sector and stabilizing national electricity supply.