Syria’s National Dialogue conference concluded on Tuesday, paving the way for a new constitution and emphasizing freedom of expression and human rights. The conference, announced on Sunday with little time for preparation, gathered approximately 600 Syrians in discussions on key topics including the constitution, freedoms, economy, and civil society.
Key takeaways include:
* A draft constitution is expected to achieve a balance between authorities, establishing justice, freedom, and equality.
* Syria will reject Israel’s actions in its territory, calling for the “immediate and unconditional withdrawal” of Israeli forces.
* The conference called for protecting women’s rights, rejecting discrimination based on race, religion, or sect, and supporting their role in all fields.
* The event also emphasized transitional justice, holding those responsible for crimes accountable while rejecting violence, incitement, and revenge.
The conference marked an important step towards Syria’s political transition after the fall of President Bashar al-Assad. However, concerns remain about the timeline for elections and the level of representation in the preparatory committee. Despite these doubts, many believe that the National Dialogue is a crucial step towards a new, democratic Syria.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/2/26/key-takeaways-from-syrias-national-dialogue-conference