UK lifts sanctions against Syria's defence ministry and intelligence agencies

The restrictions in the financial system and in energy production fall away.

After 14 years of civil war, Syria's economy is on the ground. This is also due to sanctions imposed on the former government, which are now partially eliminated.

U.K. lifts sanctions against some Syrian government agencies and media outlets

The U.K. had put the sanctions in place against those who supported Assad’s repressive rule, helped violently suppress civilians and spread misinformation

UK lifts sanctions on Syrian defence ministry

Restrictions are also being eased on the financial services and energy sectors to help investment.

UK lifts more sanctions in Syria to support efforts to rebuild country

The Foreign Office announced restrictions on sectors of the Syrian economy would be eased to facilitate investment in the country.

UK lifts sanctions to help Syria rebuild financial, energy sectors

LONDON - Britain said on Thursday it would support efforts to rebuild Syria's financial system by removing sanctions to encourage investments in financial services, energy production and other sectors. Read more at straitstimes.com.