Benjamin Fève
I lead the development of the monthly publication “Syria in Figures,” ensuring timely and high-quality reporting and editing. Additionally, I contribute to various research projects focused on Syria’s economy and politics. Prior to my current role, I spent three years with The Syria Report, where I gained a profound understanding of Syria’s political economy. I also collaborate with Lebanese organizations Triangle and The Badil, focusing on issues related to Lebanon.
Outside of work, I have a strong interest in the Middle East and languages, having lived in Jordan, Lebanon, and Türkiye for the past five years, during which I learned both Arabic and Turkish. Academically, I hold a Master’s degree in European Studies with a focus on Euro-Mediterranean Relations from the University of Aix-Marseille, France, and I possess an advanced Arabic language certification from the Institut Français du Proche-Orient in Jordan.
Who Are We ?
Karam Shaar Advisory is a New Zealand-based limited-liability consulting company. We focus on Syria’s economy and politics, covering topics ranging from macroeconomics, monetary economics, energy, aid, conflict economics, actor mapping, and sanctions. Our services are tailored to meet the needs of international organizations, governments, NGOs, and the private sector.
Led by Dr. Karam Shaar, who has over a decade of experience in the field, the stellar team has in-depth and unparalleled knowledge of the Syrian context, with skills ranging from economic and political research to data analysis, field assessment, KYC, OSINT, programming, and AI-driven analytics.
We know how to influence policy and produce quality research recognized and published by world-leading think tanks and media outlets. With a team spanning various control areas within Syria, Türkiye, Lebanon, New Zealand, the United States, France, and Germany, we never lose the connection to the ground and know first-hand the needs of those trying to empower Syrians abroad.