Syria's new parliament holds first session since ouster of ex-President Assad
Summary
Syria’s new parliament met for the first time since the removal of former President Bashar Assad. The parliament, partly elected and partly appointed, aims to start making new laws as the country recovers from years of civil war and Assad’s rule.Key Facts
- Syria’s new parliament held its first session since former President Bashar Assad was ousted.
- The parliament has 210 members: two-thirds elected by electoral colleges, one-third appointed by interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
- The parliament’s term will last 30 months, during which it will prepare for future elections.
- Abdul Hamid al-Awak was chosen as the speaker of the new parliament.
- Al-Awak is from Hassakeh province and previously worked as a judge for 10 years.
- He reportedly left the Assad government and moved to Turkey during the early uprising.
- Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa emphasized rebuilding the country and strengthening the state.
- Syria is working to move forward after decades of conflict and authoritarian rule.
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