The Syrian Negotiations Commission held its regular meeting on Sunday in Geneva, with the participation of all its components. The discussions covered the latest developments related to the Syrian issue, the political process, and the positions of various countries in light of the ongoing developments and conflicts in the Middle East, as well as global changes.
At the beginning of the meeting, Badr Jamous, the Commission’s president, provided a comprehensive briefing on the latest developments in the political process and the diplomatic efforts undertaken by the Commission in recent months. He highlighted the outcomes of intensive meetings held by the Commission’s leadership with diplomats, politicians, and state representatives at the United Nations office in Geneva, as well as with European diplomats in Brussels, Arab representatives, and members of the UN Security Council in New York. These engagements, Jamous noted, have reinforced the Commission’s presence on the international stage.
Jamous also discussed the current challenges facing the Syrian issue, especially amidst escalating regional conflicts, including the Israeli aggression on Gaza and Lebanon, and its recent spillover into Syria. He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to a political solution based on UN resolutions, emphasizing the need for full and strict implementation of UN Resolution 2254. He underlined that the Commission remains steadfast in its adherence to the Geneva process and relevant UN resolutions, including UNSC Resolutions 2118 and 2254, aiming for a comprehensive political change in Syria in line with the sacrifices made by Syrians over the past 14 years.
He highlighted the Commission’s extensive engagements with Syrian civil society groups worldwide, organizing events with partners in Berlin, Istanbul, Erbil, Geneva, Brussels, and other capitals. Jamous stressed the importance of interaction and collaboration with various entities, including professional syndicates, unions, civil society organizations, grassroots movements, revolutionary forces, youth, and women. He expressed the Commission’s commitment to enhancing this partnership, utilizing the expertise of these groups, and welcoming suggestions and ideas that could benefit the Syrian political process.
The meeting included broad discussions on regional and international challenges and opportunities. Members analyzed these issues, exploring possibilities for collaboration between different parties on the international and local levels, including civil society organizations, political forces, and unions.
Additionally, the members reviewed the work of the Commission’s legal office and its efforts to emphasize the importance of justice and accountability. They discussed ongoing legal cases in Europe against perpetrators of violations against the Syrian people, support for refugees in Lebanon and those fleeing the conflict, and communication with stakeholders to improve their living conditions and ensure adequate humanitarian assistance. Discussions also covered the work of the detainee committee, its efforts to secure the release of detainees, uncover the fate of forcibly disappeared persons, and enhance cooperation with international organizations specializing in this field.
This regular meeting coincided with another session being held by the Commission with Syrian civil society representatives in Geneva. The discussions focus on key issues related to the Syrian conflict, including refugee affairs, a safe and neutral environment, education, drug control, accountability, sanctions, the U.S. elections, and early recovery.
(Source: SOC’s Media Department)
