Key Market Indicators
Syria's tobacco production experienced a slight decline in 2019, reaching approximately 1,500 metric tons. This marks a 2.1% decrease compared to the previous year's output of 1,530 metric tons. The drop in production is part of a long-term trend observed since 1966. Over the past several decades, Syria's tobacco supply has decreased by nearly 37% year on year. This downward trajectory highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the country's tobacco industry.