Foundation Stone Laid
The governor of Aleppo laid the foundation stone on 16 June 2026 for the fifth plot of the Western Ring investment project, a development intended to turn one of the city's main corridors into an integrated commercial, service, and recreational hub. Representatives of the national investment authority and several investors attended the ceremony.
The event included handing investment plots to their developers, marking the start of executive works along the corridor.
Scale and Cost
The project stretches across roughly 850,000 square meters along the western ring road. Three investment contracts have been signed and ratified, with sites handed over to investors ahead of construction.
The minimum foundational cost for the five investment plots along the corridor is estimated at about $70 million (USD), described by officials as one of the largest investment ventures the city has seen in recent years.
Two-Phase Timeline
Work will proceed in two stages. The first, lasting four months, will regulate existing uses by installing kiosks, seating, and public services while final master-plan studies are prepared.
The second stage begins after about six months and covers full execution over a period of two to three years, adding social, cultural, recreational, and sports facilities.
Jobs and Open Space
The development is expected to generate more than 3,000 direct and indirect jobs, which officials said would help stimulate local economic activity. The corridor runs from Sundial Circle to Lairamoun Circle.
About 50 percent of the project area is set aside for free public use, including green spaces and shared services.
Reconstruction Context
The western ring is one of Aleppo's busiest axes, linking several major districts. Authorities framed the work as part of broader efforts to reorganize the area, upgrade its infrastructure, and align local development with national reconstruction plans.