TRIn the first eight months of 2026, cross-border traffic between Syria and Türkiye surged, with over 1.23 million travelers and 46,480 commercial trucks passing through the Öncüpınar (Bab al-Salama) border crossing. The trucks transported nearly 1.1 million metric tons of goods, reflecting strengthened economic ties. Over 73,000 Syrians voluntarily returned to Syria through the crossing during this period. Both nations are investing in modernizing and expanding border infrastructure to handle increasing trade and travel volumes, with projects underway at multiple crossings, including Öncüpínar, Cilvegözü, Akçakale, Çobanbey, and Karkamış. Bilateral trade between Türkiye and Syria grew by 45% in 2025, reaching $3.75 billion, and saw another 16% increase in the first seven months of 2026. Turkish authorities are implementing measures such as expanding truck yards, adding lanes, and constructing service facilities to enhance border efficiency.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on cross-border trade and infrastructure development between Syria and Türkiye without overtly favoring either side. It reports on bilateral efforts to improve economic ties and border management, focusing on objective progress rather than ideological or political立场
