India and Syria share deep historical ties — diplomatic relations predate Indian independence, established in 1946 while India was still under British rule. Both countries were NAM founding participants and maintained warm Cold War-era relations. Syria's civil war (2011–present) severely disrupted the bilateral relationship, forcing the evacuation of the Indian community and reducing trade to minimal levels. The fall of the Assad regime in December 2024 and Syria's political transition open a cautious new chapter in bilateral engagement.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Syria actually work together
4 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
Estimates for 2023, severely reduced from pre-war peak of ~$600m. Pharmaceutical exports through humanitarian channels and limited formal trade continue. Reconstruction boom could significantly increase bilateral trade post-conflict.
$80m
Total bilateral trade in goods
$60m
India exports to country
$20m
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$0.08bnin 2024 · click a bar to compare years
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AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1946, in 7 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
India-Syria relations are in a cautious reset phase following the Assad regime's fall in December 2024. India has engaged positively with the transitional authorities, maintaining its traditionally warm posture toward Syria. Trade remains minimal but reconstruction opportunities are significant. The Indian Embassy in Damascus is operational, and Indian business interest in Syria's recovery is growing. The trajectory depends heavily on Syria's political stability and the pace of international sanctions relief.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalDamascus
Population21 million
RegionWest Asia
Diplomatic tiesSince 1946
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