Core Viewpoint - The Central Bank of Syria announced the issuance of a new Syrian pound, with a conversion rate of 1 new Syrian pound to 100 old Syrian pounds, starting a currency replacement process that will begin on January 1, 2026, lasting for 90 days [1][3]. Group 1 - The new and old currencies will coexist during the replacement period and will have equal legal tender status [1]. - The currency replacement process may be extended if necessary, with decisions announced 30 days prior to the end of each extension [1]. - All bank account balances and electronic accounts in Syria will be settled in the new Syrian pound starting from January 1, 2026 [3]. Group 2 - The design and issuance of the new currency incorporated international security standards and anti-counterfeiting measures, while also highlighting Syria's cultural, historical, and geographical features [3]. - The exchange process between the new and old Syrian pounds will be completely free, prohibiting any commissions, fees, or taxes [3].

Core Viewpoint - The Central Bank of Syria announced the issuance of a new Syrian pound, with a conversion rate of 100 old Syrian pounds to 1 new Syrian pound, effective from January 1, 2026, for a period of 90 days, which may be extended [2] Group 1 - The new and old currencies will coexist during the transition period and will have equal legal tender status [2] - The currency replacement process will begin on January 1, 2026, and all bank account balances and electronic accounts will be settled in the new Syrian pound from that date [2] - The design and issuance of the new currency incorporated international security standards and anti-counterfeiting measures, while also reflecting Syria's cultural, historical, and geographical characteristics [2]

Core Viewpoint - The Central Bank of Syria announced the issuance of a new Syrian pound, with a conversion rate of 100 old Syrian pounds to 1 new Syrian pound, effective from January 1, 2026, for a period of 90 days, which may be extended [1] Group 1 - The new and old currencies will coexist during the currency replacement period and will have equal legal tender status [1] - The currency replacement process will begin on January 1, 2026, and all bank account balances and electronic accounts will be settled in new Syrian pounds from that date [1] - The Central Bank of Syria emphasized that the design and issuance of the new currency adhered to international security standards and anti-counterfeiting measures, while also reflecting Syria's cultural, historical, and geographical features [1]