Syrian transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has commissioned a committee to draft a constitutional declaration following the National Dialogue Conference held on February 25. The decree, published by SANA, appoints seven experts to draft the document, which aims to define the governance structure during the transitional phase. Despite the issuance of 18 recommendations from the conference, their potential influence remains ambiguous.
On Sunday, Syrian transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa issued a decree to form a committee responsible for drafting a constitutional declaration. This action is documented in an official release by the state-run Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). The decree outlines three principal articles and establishes a team of seven experts tasked with preparing the constitutional document for President Al-Sharaa’s evaluation.
According to Article 2 of the decree, the committee’s main responsibility is to create a constitutional declaration that will outline the framework for the transitional phase in the Syrian Arab Republic. This development follows the recent National Dialogue Conference held on February 25, which resulted in 18 non-binding recommendations aimed at fostering national unity and establishing military control under the state’s authority.
Although these recommendations emphasized the necessity of a constitutional framework and the formation of a legislative council, their practical significance remains unclear, and it is uncertain how effectively they will influence Syria’s political progress moving forward.
The recent directive from President Ahmad Al-Sharaa to draft a constitutional declaration signifies a notable step in Syria’s political transition. The formation of a dedicated committee showcases a commitment to outlining a structured governance framework. Nevertheless, the uncertain impact of prior recommendations highlights the challenges still faced by the transitional process in Syria.
Original Source: shafaq.com
