New Syria under al-Sharaa: Reforms or return to the dictatorship?

New Syria under al-Sharaa: Reforms or return to the dictatorship?

Damaskus, Syrien - Syria's political landscape faces a dramatic change. The new ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa announced his transitional government and important items within the administration after taking over the power of long-term leader Bashar al-Assad over eight weeks ago. Al-Schaharaa, once known as the leader of the Islamist militia Haiat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is now pursuing a more moderate course and promises to advance the country through economic reforms and new political dialogue, as reported. reported.

The transitional government under al-Sharaa wants to eliminate the corruption and mismanagement of the past few years and stabilize the Syrian economy and attract investments. Al-Sharaa emphasized the need for reforms to improve the conditions for returning Syrian refugees. Important ministerial posts have already been occupied: Mohammed al-Bashir, a technocrat, has been appointed Prime Minister, While Murhaf Abu Kasra, the new Minister of Defense, has the difficult task of combining rival militia groups, reported ZDF . The appointment of the first governor, Muhsina al-Mahithaui, who belongs to the Drusian minority, marks a historical turn for the role of women in Syrian politics.

The future of political order

The question of when elections will take place remains uncertain. Al-Sharaa stated that up to four years could pass for a new constitution and elections can be carried out. While the new leader maintains international meetings to consolidate the legitimacy of its government, the legacy of the Assad dicature remains a major challenge, since the population is waiting for justice for the crimes suffered. Experts fear that the inclusion of former HTS officials in government posts could arouse hopes for reforms and strengthen concerns about possible Islamist dominance.

Despite the positive approaches, the new rulers also show signs of continuity by keeping many long -serving civil servants in key positions. The structural problems of the country, including the desolate economic situation and uncertainties in the security sector, pose huge challenges that require rapid and effective solutions.