{"id":8343,"date":"2025-07-05T20:06:17","date_gmt":"2025-07-05T20:06:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/m-syria-d.com\/en\/?p=8343"},"modified":"2025-07-05T20:06:17","modified_gmt":"2025-07-05T20:06:17","slug":"tamasok-coalition-shapes-syrias-future-on-equality-and-justice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/m-syria-d.com\/en\/?p=8343","title":{"rendered":"Tamasok Coalition Shapes Syria\u2019s Future on Equality and Justice"},"content":{"rendered":"

Political Dialogue Involves the ‘Tamasok’ Coalition<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Syria is undergoing profound transformations following the collapse of the former regime and the beginning of a new transitional phase. This moment has given rise to critical questions about the country’s future and the shape of the state that will emerge. As Syrians continue to debate issues of governance, the constitution, and the structure of state institutions, a wide range of political voices is gaining prominence. Each one is offering its own vision for the future of the Syrian state.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this interview, Muhannad Dliqan\u2014Secretary of the People\u2019s Will Party and a representative of the \u201cEqual Citizenship in Syria \u2013 Tamasok\u201d Coalition\u2014outlined the coalition\u2019s positions on some of the most critical challenges facing the country. He addressed key issues ranging from the provisional constitutional declaration and the relationship between religion and the state, to mechanisms for transitional justice. He also explored the foundations for reconstructing a shared national identity based on equal citizenship.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dliqan offered a strong critique of the current constitutional declaration. He also outlined the coalition\u2019s vision for building a civil, democratic state grounded in the principle of equal citizenship. He emphasized the importance of inclusive participation by all Syrians in shaping the country\u2019s future.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Legal Mechanisms Fuel Fears of Renewed Authoritarianism<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The issuance of the provisional constitutional declaration is intended to lay the foundation for a new phase in Syria. However, it has sparked concerns that certain provisions may enable the return of authoritarianism under a new legal guise. In this context, the Tamasok Coalition has voiced clear criticism of several controversial articles within the declaration. They argue that these provisions fall short of the standards required for a genuine democratic transition.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Also: <\/span>Transitional Justice in Syria: Challenges and Mechanisms on the Path to Recovery<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe Tamasok Coalition has made its position on the constitutional declaration clear on several occasions, including during the press conference at which the coalition was officially launched,\u201d Dliqan explained. \u201cWe believe the declaration does not rise to the level needed to effectively address the complexities of this transitional period in Syria.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAmong the core concerns raised by Tamasok regarding the constitutional declaration is the complete absence of a fundamental principle. This principle holds that power should come from the people, be exercised by the people, and serve the people. This concept is nearly universal in constitutional texts worldwide. Equally troubling to Tamasok is the omission of the word “democracy” altogether,\u201d Dliqan added.<\/strong>
\n\u201cSecond, there is no clear separation of powers. The executive branch has been granted sweeping authority at the expense of the legislative and judicial branches, including the expansion of the transitional president\u2019s powers. And finally, the five-year timeline established for the transitional period is, in our view, excessively long. A transitional government\u2019s main responsibility should be to safeguard civil peace. It should also lay the groundwork for free, fair, and democratic elections through which Syrians can determine their own future.\u201d<\/strong>
\nWhen asked about the sincerity of those in power regarding genuine political transition, Dliqan states, \u201cAs for intentions, we prefer to judge by actions\u2014not words. And so far, the actions taken do not indicate a serious effort to ensure real, inclusive participation by all Syrians. What\u2019s needed is a broad national conference that brings together diverse voices. This conference would create a platform for Syrians to build consensus on the future of their country.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Establishing Equal Citizenship Shapes the Religion-State Relationship<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The relationship between religion and the state remains one of Syria\u2019s most contentious and sensitive issues. This is especially true given the country\u2019s religious and sectarian diversity. There are also concerns about the dominance of one religious identity over others. On this issue, the Tamasok Coalition proposes a clear and principled vision: equal citizenship as the basis for the new Syrian state.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cTamasok\u2019s position is that equal citizenship must serve as the fundamental standard for defining the relationship between the state and society,\u201d Dliqan stated.<\/strong>
\n\u201cEqual citizenship is fully compatible with recognizing and respecting the role of religion in Syrians\u2019 social life. It is based on freedom of belief, thought, and expression. This means that religious identity should be approached as a social and spiritual matter\u2014not a political tool. Religious and sectarian issues must not be exploited by political actors for their own gain,\u201d he noted. <\/strong>
\nAlso Dliqan emphasized, \u201cSyria\u2019s richness lies in its diversity and its historically moderate and tolerant culture. This must be reinforced both in practice and in law\u2014including through criminalizing sectarian incitement and hate speech.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

A Neutral National Army is Crucial<\/strong><\/h3>\n

After decades of militarized rule in Syria, the armed forces were instrumentalized to serve the regime. Now, there is an urgent need to redefine the role of the military in the new state. In this regard, the Tamasok Coalition presents a clear vision. Their aim is to ensure the future neutrality and professionalism of the Syrian military.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Also: <\/span>Homs Awaits Syria\u2019s Political Future<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIn the founding statement of Tamasok, there is a clear call for a national army that defends the country but does not interfere in politics,\u201d Dliqan remarked.<\/strong>
\n\u201cEstablishing such a military requires a foundational political and social consensus. This means convening a broad national conference as the entry point for shaping the detailed framework of the army we aspire to build.\u201d<\/strong>
\nHe stressed that the future army must never be built on the basis of any specific social group, nor should it be formed through sectarian or political quotas. Instead, the guiding principles for shaping this army must be competence, integrity, and a commitment to national unity.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Transitional Justice is a Top Priority<\/strong><\/h3>\n

No post-conflict nation can move forward without addressing the legacies of its past. In Syria, transitional justice remains both a top priority and a source of contention among various actors. The Tamasok Coalition advocates for a balanced approach, prioritizing national reconciliation over retribution.<\/strong>
\n\u201cThe primary aim of transitional justice is not revenge or retribution,\u201d Dliqan emphasized.<\/strong>
\n\u201cInstead, it calls for a national reckoning with a painful and bloody chapter of Syrian history\u2014one that enables the country to move forward through accountability, truth-telling, and healing.\u201d<\/strong>
\nHe acknowledged, \u201cWhat we\u2019ve lost in human terms is irreparable. No measure of justice can bring back those lives.\u201d<\/strong>
\nDliqan continued his speech, \u201cTransitional justice must be approached from a national and political perspective, not a purely legal or criminal one. This means the core goals must be to acknowledge the crimes, uncover the truth, hold the main perpetrators accountable\u2014and above all, to ensure such atrocities are never repeated. Preventing recurrence requires an honest reckoning with the root causes of the conflict and addressing those causes at their core.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rule of Law and a Strong Economy Rebuild Citizenship<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Over more than a decade, the war in Syria has deepened sectarian, ethnic, and regional divides. It has severely weakened the notion of shared citizenship and fragmented society into competing identities. In response to this critical challenge, the Tamasok Coalition offers a pragmatic vision for rebuilding the principle of citizenship and addressing the root causes of societal division.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThe two fundamental pillars for rebuilding citizenship are the rule of law and a real, productive economy,\u201d Dliqan asserted.<\/strong>
\n\u201cWhen we establish a state governed by law\u2014where all Syrians are equal in rights and responsibilities\u2014we lay the structural foundation for genuine, equal citizenship.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

He added, \u201cBut for citizenship to become a lived reality, it must be supported by an economy that creates opportunities and opens pathways to a shared national future. Only when people are able to envision a better future for themselves and their loved ones can they begin to transcend pre-national loyalties. Citizenship takes root when the unified state becomes a source of safety and stability for its people.\u201d<\/strong>
\nDliqan emphasized that overcoming the challenges of the transitional phase requires a comprehensive national conference. This conference should re-establish political concept on the foundations of equal citizenship, institutional neutrality, and transitional justice. The justice process must address past atrocities and ensure they are not repeated. According to Dliqan, this is what will ultimately pave the way for building a democratic state that reflects the will\u00a0of\u00a0all\u00a0Syrians.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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