Syria Launches "Barq Net" Project to Expand Nationwide Fiber Optic Infrastructure ⚡ In a bold step toward full digital transformation, the Syrian Ministry of Communications and Technology has officially launched the "Barq Net" initiative, an ambitious national project to deliver. The BARQ NET FTTP initiative represents Syria's comprehensive fiber-to-the-premises infrastructure deployment across all 14 governorates: Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Latakia, Hama, Tartus, Deir ez-Zor, Ar-Raqqah, Al-Hasakah, Daraa, Idlib, As-Suwayda, Quneitra, and Rif Dimashq. Syria's government is negotiating with leading Gulf telecom operators—Zain, Etisalat, STC, and Ooredoo—for a $300 million project named SilkLink, aimed at modernizing the country's fibre optic communications infrastructure. Fibre optics are essential for Syria's future, significantly impacting connectivity and development. This section explores how high-speed internet can boost the economy and improve social and cultural aspects. The project, described by the government as a cornerstone of its digital infrastructure. Market Forecast By Form (SFF and SFP, SFP+ and SFP28, QSFP, QSFP+, QSFP14, QSFP28, CFP, CFP2), By Data Rate (Less Than 10 GBPS, 10 GBPS to 40 GBPS, 41 GBPS to 100 GBPS, More Than 100 GBPS), By Distance (Less Than 1 KM, 1 to 10 KM, 11 to 100 KM, More Than 100 KM), By Wavelength (850 NM Band, 1310 NM.
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