In its meeting on Sunday, with representatives from all its components present, the Syrian Negotiation Commission discussed several agenda items. These included amendments to its statute, the extension of its presidency, and updates on the Syrian negotiating political process. The meeting also addressed shifts in international stances on Syria, as well as the Commission’s recent internal and external engagements.
Emphasis was placed on the importance of forming a united Syrian front involving communities, civil society organizations, research centers, media, and Syrian diaspora lobbies. The goal is to pursue a just political resolution aligned with the Syrians’ will and relevant international resolutions.
According to the Commission’s statement, amendments to its statute were among the agenda topics. Representatives discussed the need to revise several articles, enhance administrative mechanisms, expand the responsibilities of its offices—particularly the legal office—and adjust membership criteria.
The meeting deliberated on extending the Commission presidency term from one year to two, with a single possible extension. This adjustment aims to provide ample time for implementing proposed plans, reinforcing negotiation tracks, leveraging political and diplomatic relations with regional and global stakeholders, and enhancing Commission offices and committees to improve performance.
Highlighting current priorities, the Commission underscored the urgency of rallying international efforts to support Syrian aspirations for political change and the establishment of a just, law-abiding state.
It was agreed, with majority approval from all Commission components, to amend the Commission’s statute accordingly.
The Commission reaffirmed its role as a functional entity entrusted with managing the political negotiation process. Its strength lies first in the Syrian people, and second in the cohesion and vigor of its components. All bear responsibility in achieving the Syrians’ hard-won goals, particularly political change as stipulated in international resolutions such as the Geneva Communiqué, UN Resolutions 2118, and 2245.
The Commission asserted its decision-making independence, guided solely by the interests of the Syrian people, their just cause, and legitimate demands. It expressed confidence in Syrian youth to continue the struggle, especially in the political arena. The Commission reiterated its commitment to participatory decision-making with civil society organizations, experts, national figures, and revolutionary activists until all objectives of the Syrian revolution are met and Syrians achieve their freedom.
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