| | | | | | | | | | On behalf of the Austrian Institute for International Affairs (oiip), the Department of Development Studies at the University of Vienna, and the Syrian Center for Policy Research (SCPR), I cordially invite you to the following panel discussion:
The Future of Syria:
Political and Economic Challenges after the Fall of the Assad Regime
The panel traces Syria’s trajectory through 14 years of conflict, beginning with the social movement in 2011, which evolved into a brutal military conflict involving regional and international powers, and culminating in the fall of Assad in 2024. The dynamics of the conflict have been shaped by devastating violence, external interventions, and the fragmentation of the country and society into zones controlled by state and non-state actors. This period saw the rise of identity politics, fundamentalism, and conflict economies that perpetuated division and instability. The prolonged conflict has deeply impacted Syria’s development, with widespread socio-economic devastation, institutional collapse, and a fragmented national identity. Looking forward, the discussion will explore current political and development challenges, including rebuilding, inclusive governance, addressing socio-economic disparities, and navigating the legacies of conflict. Potential options for fostering stability and sustainable development will also be analyzed, focusing on mechanisms to overcome fragmentation and lay the foundation for a cohesive Syria.
Moderator:
Cengiz Günay
oiip
Discussants:
Rabie Nasser
SCPR & Department of Development Studies
Diana Bashur
Department of Political Science
Date:
Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Time:
5.00—6.30 pm
Venue:
oiip
Währinger Strasse 3/12, 1090 Wien
Registration
Best regards,
Petra Podesser
Österreichisches Institut für Internationale Politik
Währinger Straße 3/12
A-1090 Wien
Tel. +43 1 581 11 06-12
[email protected]
www.oiip.ac.at
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Währinger Straße 3/12
1090 Wien
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