AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSyrian Livelihoods & Education: A “Youth Soar” graduation in Jordan backed by Islamic Relief Worldwide and Islamic Relief Canada supported Syrian refugees and host communities, including 103 women receiving small livestock grants (goats) plus training in finance, entrepreneurship, and marketing. Border & Mobility: Syria temporarily closed the Al-Arida crossing with Lebanon for technical repairs to damaged bridge and facilities, directing travelers to alternative points. Syrian Culture & Heritage: In Aleppo, a rare leather-burning craft is being kept alive by a handful of artisans, with Yememe Türkmeni turning natural leather into traditional-motif bags and artworks for local and diaspora demand. Tourism Push: Damascus tour guide Raslan Ramadan says visitor numbers are rising, but tourism still depends on flights, security, and services as Syria bets on tourism revival. Human Rights Watch: OIC’s Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission plans an Islamic Human Rights Observatory to monitor and document abuses affecting Muslim communities and minorities worldwide. Arts Across the Region: The Louvre will lend 26 Islamic art masterpieces to the Smithsonian in Washington, spotlighting works from Islamic Spain to the Ottoman era.
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