Syrian American Alliance for Peace & Prosperity SAAPP

06/11/2026

Today, SAAPP is attending discussions in Washington, DC on The Four Seas Initiative, a vision for regional energy connectivity linking the Persian Gulf, Caspian Sea, Mediterranean Sea, and Black Sea through strategic cooperation and infrastructure.

As Syria enters a new chapter, conversations around economic recovery, regional integration, energy security, and investment are becoming increasingly important.

SAAPP remains committed to fostering informed dialogue and constructive engagement that supports peace, prosperity, and opportunity for the Syrian people.

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05/26/2026

أضحى مبارك لأهلنا وشعبنا في سوريا والمغترب ولبلدنا العزيز.
نسأل الله أن يحمل هذا العيد لبلدنا أياماً أجمل، مليئة بالسلام والازدهار والأمان لكل السوريين.

من عائلة التحالف السوري الأميركي للسلام والازدهار .. عيد مبارك!

05/14/2026

قدّم السيناتور جيم ريش، العضو البارز في لجنة العلاقات الخارجية بمجلس الشيوخ، رؤية معمّقة خلال فعالية “بناء الجسور وكسر الحواجز” التي عُقدت في واشنطن، حيث ركّز في حديثه على ملف العقوبات، والتعافي، وإعادة الإعمار في سوريا.

وتناول السيناتور ريش تعقيدات العقوبات وإعادة الإعمار بوضوح لافت، مؤكداً دعمه لتعافي سوريا، لكنه شدّد في الوقت نفسه على أن رفع العقوبات ليس “عصاً سحرية”. وأوضح أن المسؤولية الأساسية تقع على عاتق السوريين والدولة السورية لإعادة بناء البنية التحتية، وتعزيز الأمن، وتهيئة بيئة مستقرة وجاذبة للاستثمار.

كما أشار إلى أن تموضع سوريا على الساحة الدولية سيبقى عاملاً محورياً في مستقبل علاقتها مع الولايات المتحدة، مؤكداً أن النأي بالنفس عن روسيا يُعد خطوة أساسية نحو بناء شراكة أكثر متانة واستقراراً مع واشنطن.

Senator Jim Risch, a prominent member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, recently shared his insights at the "Building Bridges & Breaking Barriers" event in Washington, focusing his remarks on the critical issue of sanctions and the pathways toward recovery and reconstruction.

Senator Risch addressed the complex issue of sanctions and reconstruction with remarkable clarity. While supporting Syria’s recovery, he emphasized that lifting sanctions is not a "magic wand." He delivered a message: the primary responsibility lies with the Syrian people and the Syrian state to rebuild infrastructure and ensure security to create a viable environment for investment.

Furthermore, he made a definitive statement regarding Syria's international alignment, noting that distancing from Russia is a prerequisite for developing a strong partnership with the United States. 🇺🇸🇸🇾


Senator Jim Risch

05/10/2026

كل عام وأمهاتنا العظيمات بخير ..
نحتفل اليوم بقوتكم وتضحياتكم وصبركم ، وبالطرق العديدة التي تحافظن بها على تماسك العائلات و إدخال السعادة على المجتمعات … 💐
تأثيركن يتجاوز حدود منازلكن. أنتنّ تُشكلن الأمل للأجيال القادمة وللمستقبل وتُلهمننا جميعًا كل يوم

من أسرة التحالف السوري الأميركي كل عام وأنتنّ بخير .. نتمنى لكنّ يومًا مليئًا بالحب والتقدير والسلام . شكرًا لكنّ على كل ما تفعلنه. 💛

05/08/2026

05/03/2026

On the first day of our conference, “Building Bridges & Breaking Barriers,” we were honored to host Rep. Joe Wilson, Republican Congressman from South Carolina.

Rep. Wilson shared reflections from his recent visit to Damascus, including entering the Presidential Palace and meeting with President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. His remarks highlighted a significant moment in the evolving U.S.-Syria relationship and the importance of continued dialogue, stability, and mutual cooperation.

We are grateful for his participation and for the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations on Syria’s future and U.S.-Syria relations. 🇺🇸🇸🇾

في اليوم الأول من مؤتمرنا “بناء الجسور وكسر الحواجز” تشرفنا باستضافة النائب جو ويلسون، النائب الجمهوري عن ولاية كارولاينا الجنوبية.

شارك النائب ويلسون انطباعاته من زيارته الأخيرة إلى دمشق، بما في ذلك دخوله القصر الرئاسي ولقائه بالرئيس أحمد الشرع. وقد سلطت كلمته الضوء على لحظة مهمة في تطور العلاقات الأمريكية السورية، وأهمية استمرار الحوار والاستقرار والتعاون المتبادل.

نحن ممتنون لمشاركته ولإتاحة هذه الفرصة لحوار بنّاء حول مستقبل سوريا والعلاقات الأمريكية السورية. 🇺🇸🇸🇾

Syrian American Council Syrian American Alliance for Peace & Prosperity SAAPP Joe Wilsonn

04/22/2026

At a pivotal moment for U.S.–Syria relations, thoughtful engagement is essential. Timely dialogue among senior stakeholders is more critical than ever.

Join SAAPP's 2026 Advocacy Conference
Panel II: U.S.–Syria Relations — Building Bridges and Renewed Engagement
Convening senior voices from government, academia, and the private sector to examine the path forward.

Distinguished Panelists:
Jacob A. McGee, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, U.S. Department of State
Mohammad Kanatri, Chargé d’Affaires, Embassy of Syria in Washington, D.C.
Wa’el Alzayat, Executive Director, U.S.–Syria Business Council
Ibrahim Alassil, Senior Research Fellow, Harvard Middle East Initiative

Moderated by Alia Natafgi Executive Director, Syrian American Alliance for Peace and Prosperity (SAAPP)

📍 Washington, DC | 📅 April 24

This discussion will help shape how policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders approach the next phase of U.S.–Syria engagement.



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04/22/2026

Bridging Generations: Syrian Youth at the Forefront of Change

As Syria enters a new chapter, the role of youth; especially within the diaspora; has never been more critical.

Join us for Panel III: Syrian Youth Panel – Bridging Generations, where emerging voices will explore how the next generation is shaping the intersection of cultural identity, policy, and global engagement.

This conversation will highlight how Syrian youth are:

* Preserving heritage while navigating modern global spaces
* Engaging in public policy and international affairs
* Rebuilding connections across generations and borders

🗓 April 24, 2026
📍 Washington, D.C.
🎤 Moderated by Nour Dabboussi (Atlantic Council)

Featuring:

* Leen Al Faisal (AJ+)
* Liana Zogbi (Syrian Forum)
* Lina Sergie Attar (Karam Foundation)

This is more than a panel—it’s a platform for the voices shaping Syria’s future.

04/20/2026

📣 Syria's economy cannot recover at the speed it needs to if businesses, investors, and institutions still face layers of uncertainty and operational barriers. Real recovery requires a more functional environment — one that allows capital, talent, and enterprise to move with greater clarity and confidence.
That's a conversation we're having at the SAAPP|SAC 2026 Advocacy Conference — April 24 on Capitol Hill.

Panel I: Post-Sanctions Syria – Rebuilding the Economy from the Ground Up - 10:00AM-11:30AM

Joining us:
🔹 Alaa Kamnaksh — Co-Founder & Chief Scientist, Zenobia Advisory Group
🔹 Steve Lutis — VP & Deputy Head of Middle East, Central Asia & Türkiye, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
🔹 Natasha Hall — Associate Fellow, Middle East & North Africa Program, Chatham House
🔹 Aysha Chowdhry — Senior Advisor, The Asia Group

What does it actually take to unlock meaningful economic momentum in Syria? This panel goes there.

📍 Washington, D.C. | April 23–24, 2026

Please register to attend:
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04/17/2026

📣SAAPP | SAC Conference
Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges
April 23 to 24, 2026
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C.

Held in partnership between the Syrian American Alliance for Peace and Prosperity, SAAPP, and the Syrian American Council, SAC, this two day conference brings together policymakers, professionals, and community voices for timely and forward looking dialogue on Capitol Hill.

Because the conference is being held inside the Capitol, advance registration is required for security purposes. We must submit the full first and last name of every attendee in advance for clearance.
If you are interested in attending, please register as soon as possible to ensure your name is included on the access list.

We look forward to welcoming you.

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