The Constitutional Declaration in Syria: Exceptional Powers for the Transitional President and the Risks of Entrenching Authoritarian Rule Hindering the Transition to Democracy - Syrians for Truth and Justice

The Constitutional Declaration in Syria: Exceptional Powers for the Transitional President and the Risks of Entrenching Authoritarian Rule Hindering the Transition to Democracy - Syrians for Truth and Justice

This publication was funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of (Ceasefire centre for civilian rights/STJ) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union. 1. Introduction 1.1. Context of the Declaration After the suspension of the 2012 Constitution, and pursuant to the statement issued by the so-called “Victory Conference” on 29 January 2025, the Syrian Transitional Administration announced on 2 Mar…