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Syria in Figures – Sixth Edition is out!
In this issue: Syria’s caretaker government – Who’s who and why its composition matters. The state of Syria’s domestic debt – How much is it, who the creditors are, and
Syria’s New Constitution
The new constitution enshrines the separation of powers in Syria (Article 2). Yet, the rest of it undermines that principle in many ways. The following executive powers are typical and
Agreement Between Ahmad Al-Sharaa and Mazloum Abdi
Syrians have long known that Assad was the only major obstacle for peace! Breaking: Following the first public meeting between President Ahmad Al-Shara and SDF leader Mr. Mazloum Abdi on
Syrian Government Missteps Undermine Progress and Legitimacy
The current behaviour of the Syrian government has undone much of the progress we achieved over the past two months as Syrians abroad. They have weakened the legitimacy of our
EU Policy Options Toward Syria
A very productive meeting in Beirut with the European Union Chargé d’Affaires to Syria, discussing EU policy options toward Syria.
Syria’s External Debt Breakdown
Syria’s external debt is a puzzle. While official figures suggest $30B owed, leaked Iranian documents put the real debt at $50B+ to Tehran alone. How will Syria manage its
Who Controls Syria’s Oil Contracts?
Syria’s oil sector is in limbo: Pre-2011: Western companies held PSAs. 2011-2024: Russia & Iran took over major fields. 2025? Who keeps control after Assad’s fall? Find out Subscribe
Exclusive Interview with Germany’s Special Envoy for Syria
Following the collapse of the Assad regime, Germany is rethinking its Syria strategy. Today, it’s “step-by-step, not step-for-step.” Read Schneck’s full interview.
Entrepreneurship in Syria: A Path to Recovery
Syrian entrepreneurs are finding ways to rebuild. With sanctions, a weak banking system & limited investment, can the private sector drive economic stability? Dr. Sinan Hatahet explores this in Syria
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UN Sanctions on HTS – What’s Next?
HTS controls key areas in Syria, but UN sanctions remain in place. Can delisting happen? Would dissolving the group be enough? Which global powers hold the key to change?
Syria’s Oil Contracts: Key Players and Stakes
In our latest edition of Syria in Figures, we break down Syria’s oil contracts—who signed them, who lost out, and what’s at stake post-2011. You won’t find a table