Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
Summary
Syria’s new transitional parliament held its first meeting more than 18 months after President Bashar al-Assad was overthrown by rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa. The parliament aims to draft a new constitution and help rebuild the country’s economy and government after years of war and hardship.Key Facts
- The parliament, called the People’s Assembly, met for the first time in Damascus.
- Ahmed al-Sharaa, now Syria’s president, led the rebels who overthrew Bashar al-Assad.
- The assembly has 210 seats; two-thirds were elected regionally, and 70 members were appointed by al-Sharaa.
- The parliament’s main job is to create a new constitution and support democracy after decades under the al-Assad family.
- Syria faces serious economic problems and political tensions after years of civil war.
- President al-Sharaa prioritized improving the economy, public services, and attracting foreign investment.
- Nationwide elections were not held due to difficulties caused by war, like inaccurate population data.
- A UN official called the parliament’s opening a key step in Syria’s political transition and said the international community supports its work.
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