Syria’s Slow Return to Energy Diplomacy

Over the past week, several oil and gas-related engagements involving Syria have surfaced, but none constitute an investment or production deal. Saudi contractor ADES has confirmed discussions around gas-sector service and maintenance work. Syria and Iraq have publicly acknowledged renewed technical talks on reviving the Kirkuk–Baniyas pipeline as a possible export route. Syrian officials have disclosed exploratory technical contact with Chevron, described as preliminary and non-binding. Regional service firms are also assessing pipelines,…