Damascus, With the participation of 600 companies and an on area of 50,000 meters, activities of Expo Syria 2024 for Syrian exports in its first edition started Wednesday, on Damascus countryside Fairgrounds. Speaking to SANA' reporter, head of the Syrian Association of Clothing and Textile Exporters, Ragheed al-Halabi, said that the exhibition, which will last five days, includes many industries such as mechanics, textiles, food and pharmaceuticals. Al-Halabi noted that after years of war and unjust sanctions imposed on Syria, organizing of this economic event is one of the signs of recovery in the country. Number of foreign businessmen and guests to the exhibition exceeds 3,000 people, and all logistical services and supplies have been secured for them related to air and road transportation and hosting, al-Halabi said. Source: Syrian Arab News Agency