The Economic Role of Small and Medium Enterprises in Syria


Abstract in English

The advancement of small and medium enterprises sector(SMEs), activating its developmental role in general, and its role in employment in particular, is considered an important goal for most countries of the world, whereas many economists believe that the development of SMEs, and encouraging its establishment is one of the most important tributaries of the economic and social development. This research clarifies the concept of SMEs in Syria, its economic importance and studies its contribution in the national economy in Syria.

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