Doha: Syrian experts and officials addressed the most prominent mediation methods for restoring peace, providing humanitarian assistance, and activating governance and pluralism in the aftermath of the 14-year war in Syria. They pointed out that Syria's future holds many steps and challenges that cannot be achieved without establishing peace and social security and addressing economic shortcomings.

According to Qatar News Agency, during a panel discussion entitled "Syrian Expectations for the Future: Navigating Post-Conflict Realities," Held on the sidelines of the second day of the Doha Forum 2025, the experts and officials discussed the most prominent dilemmas facing Syria today due to the repercussions of the war and the harsh conditions that have negatively impacted state institutions, necessitating effective development and reconstruction plans.

In this regard, HE Minister of Labor and Social Affairs of the Syrian Arab Republic, Hind Kabawat explained that the economic situation in Syria is extremely difficult due to the war and the corruption that has plagued the country for many years. SHe emphasized that the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs is constantly seeking appropriate solutions. Kabawat pointed out that work has been underway to address many problems, create job opportunities, enhance vocational training, and improve social protection. SHe also mentioned the formation of a government committee, comprised of several ministers, to focus on sectors relevant to the Syrian people. SHe emphasized the importance of integrating civil society, which plays a vital role, and strengthening trust between the Syrian people and the new administration, which has been establisHed to serve the Syrian citizen. SHe noted that the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs maintains direct contact with Syrian citizens, necessitating their participation in the deci sion-making process. SHe also mentioned the need to enact new legislation to complement existing laws, some of which date back to the 1950s.

For his part, Head of the Planning and Statistics Authority in the Syrian Arab Republic, Anas Saleem stated that the Syrian people have the right to seek their basic needs related to security and the economy. He explained that economic improvements cannot be achieved without peace and social security. He indicated that under the previous regime, Syrian citizens were afraid to go out into the streets to earn a living, fearing kidnapping or murder. He added that work is ongoing to study security and economic requirements and develop the necessary strategies.

Furthermore, Head of Office, UN Special Envoy for Syria, Tareq Talahma emphasized the importance of considering the Syrian situation not only from a humanitarian perspective, as there are many other issues that warrant attention. He pointed out that the former regime in Syria believed it could strip Syrian citizens of their dignity, freedom, and rights.

For his part, Director of the Arab Barometer, Dr. Michael Robbins noted that a survey was conducted, gathering extensive data through research studies that targeted various segments of Syrian society, particularly in rural areas and among those living in camps. He explained that the survey results indicated that Syrians are concerned about the economic situation, with 86 percent unable to meet all their basic needs and 73 percent lacking the money to buy food. They desire an improvement in the economic situation and the creation of job opportunities. He pointed out that, according to the survey, 70 percent of Syrians believe there is a major social challenge dividing the Syrian people and potentially tearing apart the social fabric: the lack of tolerance and forgiveness for the past. They emphasized that the need today lies in considering transitional justice and moving beyond the past to rebuild a new Syria. He added that Syrians are fully convinced of the importance of receiving support from external partie s to Help them rebuild, and they have a positive view of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey for standing by the Syrian people over the past fourteen years.