VIDEO - Al-Sharaa launches makes first Visa card payment in Syria after sanctions lifted
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Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa conducted the first electronic payment in Syria using a Visa card, in a symbolic and historic step attended by Syrian Central Bank Governor Safwat Raslan.
The move marked the start of international financial transactions after decades of restrictions and sanctions.
The financial development came after an official notification from the US Treasury Department announcing the removal of Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, following a review by Congress.
In a recorded address, President al-Sharaa welcomed the historic decision, thanking US President Donald Trump.
The Syrian Foreign Ministry said the important step would help accelerate economic recovery efforts, create conditions for reconstruction and support regional stability.
It expressed hope that further measures would be taken to lift the remaining restrictions, while emphasizing Damascus' efforts to deepen strategic partnerships and expand cooperation with Washington and the international community.
