First session of Syria’s parliament convenes after Assad’s ousting
- Posted on July 12, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Syria's newly convened parliament marks a pivotal turning point following Bashar al-Assad's departure from power. This transitional legislative body assumes the critical responsibility of establishing democratic institutions and rebuilding governance structures after thirteen years of devastating civil conflict and four decades of authoritarian governance. The assembly faces the monumental challenge of drafting constitutional frameworks, restoring institutional legitimacy, and charting a path toward inclusive political participation for Syria's fractured society.
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