Washington– UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen has stated that the recently issued constitutional declaration in Damascus “could fill an important legal void.”
Pedersen expressed hope that the declaration would serve as “a robust legal framework for a credible and inclusive peaceful transition.”
Meanwhile, UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric emphasized in a press briefing the need for proper implementation of the constitutional declaration, calling it “a key element alongside ongoing efforts to ensure an orderly transitional governance process.”
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On Thursday, Syria’s Interim Administration leader Ahmad Al-Sharaa approved the constitutional declaration after receiving it from the drafting committee.
According to the committee, the declaration outlines a five-year transitional period and establishes Islam as the religion of the head of state. It further stipulates that Islamic jurisprudence will be the primary source of legislation while guaranteeing freedoms of speech, expression, media, and press. Additionally, it reaffirms the state’s commitment to Syria’s territorial integrity, national unity, and respect for cultural diversity.
The constitutional declaration also ensures property rights and women’s rights in education and employment. It grants the People’s Assembly (parliament) the authority to summon and question ministers. However, the president’s extraordinary powers are limited to declaring a state of emergency, with any dismissal, removal, or limitation of presidential authority left to the People’s Assembly. Furthermore, the declaration underscores judicial independence and the binding nature of court rulings.
