Abdulkader Husrieh
Abdulkader Husrieh | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1961 Damascus, Syria |
| Occupation(s) | Economist, Financial advisor |
| Years active | –present |
| Known for | Governor of the Central Bank of Syria |
Abdulkader Husrieh (, born in 1961) is a Syrian economist recognized for his expertise in public policy and economic reform initiatives. Since March 2025, he has held the position of Governor at the Central Bank of Syria. His professional background encompasses financial advisory, monetary strategy, and economic restructuring.
Early life and education
Husrieh was born in Damascus in 1961 into a distinguished family; his father, Izzat Husrieh, established the newspaper Al-Alam in 1946.
He earned a doctorate in finance from Durham University (UK), concentrating on the influence of financial markets on housing finance. Additionally, he obtained an executive MBA and a bachelor's degree in business administration from the American University of Beirut, along with a law degree from Damascus University.
Furthering his expertise, Husrieh completed advanced programs in tax policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and specialized training in housing finance and capital markets development at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Career
Throughout his career, Husrieh has occupied senior roles within both international and regional financial organizations. He was a partner at "Husrieh & Partners," where he focused on financial consultancy and economic reform efforts. He also served as Market Sector Leader and Director of Financial and Tax Advisory at Ernst & Young Middle East.
In 2012, he became a member of the Finance Commission for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies based in Geneva. He played a pivotal role in shaping Syrian financial legislation by drafting essential laws such as those governing Islamic Banking, Exchange Companies, Leasing, and the Central Bank of Syria.
On 27 March 2025, Husrieh was appointed as Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, officially taking office on 7 April 2025.
Contributions to Syrian Financial Policy
Husrieh has been instrumental in advancing Syria’s financial infrastructure by formulating regulations for the Damascus Securities Exchange and the Syrian Commission on Financial Markets and Securities, thereby enhancing market transparency and investment climate. He also contributed to establishing mortgage finance regulations and promoting the adoption of international financial reporting standards.
His proficiency includes collaboration with international bodies like the World Bank and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), where he assisted in drafting Syria’s Public-Private Partnership Law along with its regulatory framework.
Publications and Writing
Husrieh has published numerous articles addressing economic policy, banking oversight, and financial reform in outlets such as Al-Watan, Al-Thawra, Baladna, Syria Today, and Al-Majalla.