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Agenda
Conference Agenda
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3Days
48Sessions
Day1
Day 1
26 Jul, 2026
Repositioning Syria: Policy, Partnerships & Global Reconnection
Session
Registration & Networking
Session
MC Opening Remarks: Amara Abbas, TV Presenter and Media Producer
Session
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Official Opening Ceremony
Session
Keynote Address: Rebuilding Food Systems: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
Dr. Pirro-Tomaso Perri, Acting FAO Representative, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Syria
Session
Keynote Address: Rebuilding Food Systems for Better Nutrition Outcomes for Children in Syria
Dr. Meritxell Relaño, Representative in Syria, UNICEF
Session
Keynote Address: The Future of Dairy & Agri-Food Production
Dr. Kamel Abdullah, Group Chief Executive Officer, Baladna Food Industries
Session
Opening Keynote Address: Reconnecting to Global Markets
H.E. Dr. Nidal Shaar, Minister of Economy and Industry of Syria
Session
Ministerial Panel Discussion: Shaping the Future of Agriculture & Food Security in the Levant
Moderator: Dr. Kamel Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer, Baladna
Panelists:
H.E. Dr. Nidal Shaar, Minister of Economy and Industry of Syria
H.E. Eng. Bassel Al-Suwaidan, Minister of Agriculture and Agrarian Reform of Syria
H. E. Dr. Nizar Hani, Minis…
Moderator: Dr. Kamel Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer, Baladna
Panelists:
- H.E. Dr. Nidal Shaar, Minister of Economy and Industry of Syria
- H.E. Eng. Bassel Al-Suwaidan, Minister of Agriculture and Agrarian Reform of Syria
- H. E. Dr. Nizar Hani, Minister of Agriculture of Lebanon
- Dr. Pirro-Tomaso Perri, Acting FAO Representative, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Syria
- Jerry Soni, Syria’s Deputy Head of Programme, World Food Programme (WFP)
Session
VIP Exhibition Tour & Networking Break
Session
Keynote Address: Strengthening Food Security and Resilience
Jerry Soni, Syria’s Deputy Head of Programme, World Food Programme (WFP)
Session
Keynote Address: Partnerships for Sustainable Development
Fekadu Terefe, Team Leader (a.i.), Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Finance, UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States
Session
Diplomatic Gateways Panel Discussion: Reconnecting Syria to Global Food Systems & Trade Networks
Moderator: Amara Abbas, TV Presenter and Media Producer
Panelists:
H.E. Mr. Stefano Ravagnan, Ambassador of Italy
H.E. Mr. Gyusuk Geon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea
Libor Chlad, Head of Cooperation, EU Delegation to Syria
Jerry Soni, Syria&…
Moderator: Amara Abbas, TV Presenter and Media Producer
Panelists:
- H.E. Mr. Stefano Ravagnan, Ambassador of Italy
- H.E. Mr. Gyusuk Geon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea
- Libor Chlad, Head of Cooperation, EU Delegation to Syria
- Jerry Soni, Syria’s Deputy Head of Programme, World Food Programme (WFP)
- Fekadu Terefe, Team Leader (a.i.), Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Finance, UNDP Regional Bureau for Arab States
- Mohammad Hamza, Director General, Syrian Institution for Fairs and International Markets
- Albert Aoun, Chairman, IFP Group
Session
BERITECH Panel Discussion: Ecosystem Building
Moderator: Osama Mashagbeh, Enabling Environment Lead, CEWAS – Water & Energy for Food
Panelists:
Anas Khadem, Strategic Officer, SEED Syrian Food Entrpreneurship & Ecosystem Development
Lynn Altarabichi, Food and Economic Security Team…
Moderator: Osama Mashagbeh, Enabling Environment Lead, CEWAS – Water & Energy for Food
Panelists:
- Anas Khadem, Strategic Officer, SEED Syrian Food Entrpreneurship & Ecosystem Development
- Lynn Altarabichi, Food and Economic Security Team Lead south of Syria, Oxfam Syria
- Nadia Attar, Program Analyst, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Syria
- Nasri Mouawad Chairman, BIAT
Session
Building New Trade Bridges: K-Food’s Global Growth and Market Partnership Opportunities in Syria
Hanna Kim, Director, KOTRA
End of Food Syria Conference Day 1
Day2
Day 2
27 Jul, 2026
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGIES
Session
Registration & Networking
Session
MC Opening Remarks: Amara Abbas, TV Presenter and Media Producer
Food Value Chains as Engines of Economic Recovery in Syria United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Session
Keynote Address: Food Value Chains as Engines of Economic Recovery in Syria
Hasan Fallaha, Inclusive Growth & Financing Team Leader, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Session
Revitalizing Value Chains: Opportunities for Recovery, Investment, and Export Growth
Dr. Reem Turkmani, London School of Economics (LSE)
Session
Panel Discussion: Building Competitive Food Value Chains for Recovery, Investments and Export Growth
Moderator: Hasan Fallaha, Inclusive Growth & Financing Team Leader, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Panelists:
- Vice Minister of Economy and Industry of Syria
- Dr. Reem Turkmani, London School of Economics (LSE)
- Senior Representative, Chamber of Union of Industry (Food Industries)
Session
Closing Remarks
Nutrition for Every Child Ministry of Health and UNICEF
Session
Panel Discussion: Panel Discussion: Nutrition for Every Child: Building Food Systems that Deliver Diverse Diet
Moderator: Sanabel Al-Qassier, Nutrition Specialist, UNICEF
Panelists:
- Dr. John Ntambi, Nutrition Manager, UNICEF
- Dr. Mohamad Al-Salem, Head of Primary Health Care department, Ministry of Health
- Dr. Ismail Al-Khateb, Deputy of Primary Health Care department, Ministry of Health
OXFAM: Community-Led Innovation for Rural Syria
Session
Innovation Driven by Communities: Technology Solutions for Sustainable Livelihoods in Rural Syria
Moderator: Zoya Kaghadou, South Area Manager, Oxfam in Syria
Panelists:
Shadia Alafarah, Livestock Breeder, Dairy Producer & Chemistry Teacher, Farmer Field School, Tebni, Deir Ezzor
Eng.Ramy Sayegh, Executive Director, BIAT
Dr. Hail Rihan, Head…
Moderator: Zoya Kaghadou, South Area Manager, Oxfam in Syria
Panelists:
- Shadia Alafarah, Livestock Breeder, Dairy Producer & Chemistry Teacher, Farmer Field School, Tebni, Deir Ezzor
- Eng.Ramy Sayegh, Executive Director, BIAT
- Dr. Hail Rihan, Head of the Smart Agriculture and Modern Tech. Program, Arab Center for the Studies of Arid Zones and Dry Lands (ACSAD)
- Ez Aldeen Hayaryah, Product Manager, Startup Syria
Solutions Showcase: Technologies Driving the Future of Food
Session
BERYTECH Panel Discussion: Syria Leapfrog Opportunities: Innovation, Sustainability and Private Sector Growth
Moderator: Nicolas Farhat, Deputy GM, Berytech, Water & Energy for Food
Panelists:
- Fadi Mujahd, CEO & Co-Founder, Green Mawared
- Waseem Saad, General Manager, Damascus Chamber of Industry
- Dr. Hisham Al-Khayat, Value Chain Expert, Syrian Enterprise and Business Center (SEBC)
Solutions Showcase: Technologies Driving the Future of Food
Session
From Traditional Farming to Smart Agribusiness: Leveraging AI & AgriTech for Sustainable Food Security
Feras Soufi, Agritech & Food Industry Expert
Session
The Use of Beehive Products in the Food, Beauty, and Pharmaceutical Industries
Dr. Bassam Nader, Head of Communication, General Union of Farmers – Syria
End of Food Syria Conference Day 2
Day3
Day 3
28 Jul, 2026
EMPOWERING AGRO-FOOD INNOVATION: STARTUPS, SMES, & THE FUTURE OF AGRIBUSINESS
Session
Registration & Networking
Session
MC Opening Remarks: Amara Abbas, TV Presenter and Media Producer
Session
HACCP Standards and Health Practices in Flour Production
Amal Mohammad Al-Haj Omar, Homs University – Faculty of Agricultural Engineering
Session
Edible Cups as an Alternative to Plastic & Cardboard
Mohammad Al-Shami, University of Aleppo
Session
Vermicompost for Soil Improvement
Eng. Eyas Hassan, Latakia University
Session
Chemical Study of Bones for Developing Functional Food Product
Tuqa Al-Rashi & Hanin Ghanem, Damascus University
Session
Using Pumpkin Seeds to Develop Innovative Food Products
Aya Ghassa & Al-Yasar Mahmoud, Damascus University
Session
Golden Snail: High-Value Uses of Snail Farming
Batoul Jabr, Omar Diab & Marah Hammoud, University of Hama
Session
Aquafaba: Transforming Chickpea Water into a Functional Food Ingredient
Iman Al-Hussein & Munther Shaker, University of Hama
Session
Workshop: From Local Success to a Franchise Brand
Learn how to transform a successful business into a scalable franchise by building standardized operations, protecting your brand, developing franchise systems, and preparing for local and international expansion. The session will provide practical guidance on…
Learn how to transform a successful business into a scalable franchise by building standardized operations, protecting your brand, developing franchise systems, and preparing for local and international expansion. The session will provide practical guidance on assessing franchise readiness, creating the right operational and legal framework, and attracting qualified franchise partners.
Yasser Kouatly, CEO, Franchise Engineers
Session
The Syrian Agri-Food Excellence Awards 2026 “Celebrating Innovation, Sustainability, and Excellence in the Agri-Food Industry”
The Syrian Agri-Food Excellence Awards 2026 is a prestigious recognition ceremony honoring outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership across Syria’s agriculture and food industries. The awards celebrate the contributions of farmers, food manufa…
The Syrian Agri-Food Excellence Awards 2026 is a prestigious recognition ceremony honoring outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership across Syria’s agriculture and food industries. The awards celebrate the contributions of farmers, food manufacturers, agribusinesses, startups, researchers, and institutions that are driving sustainable growth, food security, technological advancement, and economic development. The ceremony aims to showcase best practices, encourage innovation, and recognize the individuals and organizations shaping the future of Syria’s agri-food sector.
Session
Closing Remarks & Conference Highlights
Ahmad Keilani, Director, IFP Syria
End of Food Syria Conference 2026
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