Our services
We help clients make informed decisions about Syria’s economy, business environment, and investment landscape through data-driven analysis, deep knowledge of the local context, and access to sources and field data inside and outside the country.
Karam Shaar Advisory Ltd. is a limited-liability consulting company registered in New Zealand under business number 9429048957441 and in the Syrian Commercial Register under number 03110162706.
Services list
Our advisory and research services are tailored to client needs and include market and sector analysis, feasibility and investment opportunity studies, real estate advisory and project development, due diligence and compliance, legal and regulatory advisory, analytical briefs, operational research, monitoring and evaluation, specialized consultations, and training.
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Market and Economic Research
We help clients understand markets and sectors, assess opportunities and risks, and make informed decisions through data-based economic and market research.
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Real Estate Advisory and Project Development
We support investors, land and asset owners, developers, and companies in assessing real estate opportunities and developing projects.
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Due Diligence, Compliance, and Sanctions
We help clients assess investment and business risks through background checks on individuals, entities, partners, and suppliers.
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Legal and Regulatory Advisory
We help clients understand the legal and regulatory issues that affect investment decisions and projects.
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Analytical Briefs
We provide concise analysis that supports timely, informed decisions through practical findings and actionable recommendations.
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Operational Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation
We provide operational research, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), capacity assessments, and field data collection.
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Oral Consultations
Specialized advisory sessions supporting market understanding, investment assessment, and Syria-related project design.
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Training and Preparation
Training sessions for individuals and groups covering Syria’s economy, investment environment, and Syria-related issues.
Our clients and donors
We collaborate with leading institutions, governments and foundations shaping policy and development in Syria and the broader region.
World Bank
United Nations
European Union
German Federal Foreign Office
US Department of State
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea
Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
European Endowment for Democracy
Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit
Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau
Expertise France
Open Society Foundation
Rockefeller Brothers Fund
Syrian Forum
Service details
Market and Economic Research
Our work includes market assessments, sector analysis, preliminary feasibility studies, risk assessments, and research on Syria’s economic and institutional transformations. For real estate projects, this may include supply-and-demand analysis, price and development-cost comparisons, site selection, and financial scenarios.
- Pricing
- Pricing based on project scope.
Real Estate Advisory and Project Development
Services include opportunity, site, and land assessments; preliminary project concepts; feasibility studies; development and partnership model reviews; financing options analysis; and commercial and regulatory risk assessments. We can also support bid evaluations, selection of developers and contractors, partner reviews, and key-stage negotiations.
- Pricing
- Pricing based on project scope.
Due Diligence, Compliance, and Sanctions
We conduct due diligence using open-source research, field interviews, and our local network. Services include commercial partner assessments, Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, sanctions and compliance risk assessments, supplier screening, and verification of legal, commercial, and institutional information.
- Basic Due Diligence
- USD 3,450
- Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
- USD 6,500
Legal and Regulatory Advisory
We review ownership and property documentation, regulatory status, licensing, partnership and development structures, and contracts related to sale, leasing, or investment, in coordination with specialized lawyers when required.
- Pricing
- Price by scope of work
Analytical Briefs
Briefs may cover specific investment or real estate opportunities or explain the impact of laws, regulations, and executive decisions on projects and investment opportunities. They are typically no longer than 1,000 words and can be delivered within less than 72 hours, depending on the topic and data availability.
- Pricing
- USD 1,400–1,800
Operational Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation
These services are designed to meet project requirements and may include beneficiary and user studies, demand testing, implementation quality assessments, and measurement of economic and social impact.
- Pricing
- Pricing based on project scope.
Oral Consultations
These sessions are particularly useful during the early stages of understanding a market or evaluating an investment opportunity. They are arranged on an hourly basis or according to client needs.
- Pricing
- USD 200–350 / hour, depending on the consultant
Training and Preparation
Sessions are designed for diplomats, international and local organization staff, companies, and stakeholders working on Syria-related issues. Topics include Syria’s economy, compliance and sanctions, institutions and markets, data analysis, and program and project design.
- Pricing
- USD 650 / day
Service pricing
| Service | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Analytical Briefs | USD 1,400–1,800 |
| Training and Preparation | USD 650 / day |
| Oral Consultations | USD 200–350 / hour, depending on the consultant |
| Basic Due Diligence | USD 3,450 |
| Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) | USD 6,500 |
| Market and Economic Research | Price by project scope |
| Real Estate Advisory and Project Development | Price by project scope |
| Legal and Regulatory Advisory | Price by scope of work |
| Operational Research, Monitoring, and Evaluation | Price by project scope |
Contact us
Choose a service and send us the details of your request, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.