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[00:00:08] Well, in
[00:00:21] the government interpret
[00:00:39] Hello and welcome to a new episode
[00:00:46] important. So it was Burayta Hassan, expert in of Syria Today. In the first part of our discussion, we will address the release of the results of the Arab Barometer survey in Syria for the year
[00:00:49] 2026. The survey shows an increase
[00:00:52] in support for democratic rule and transitional justice,
[00:00:56] and an increase in the percentage of those who refuse to recognize
[00:01:01] responsible for this survey, along with the prominence of living conditions and economic problems in the survey.
[00:01:05] So what do these results reflect? And how
[00:01:08] does the government view the data
[00:01:12] of the indicators?
[00:01:15] As for the second part, we will discuss the appointment of Muzna
[00:01:18] Al-Atrash as an advisor for peace affairs
[00:01:20] At the same in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We will ask where
[00:01:23] the creation of this position will lead? And what
[00:01:26] are the criteria for creating
[00:01:28] for the people to yearn for democracy positions and appointments in the ministry? As for
[00:01:31] the last part, we will discuss the increasing questions
[00:01:34] about the future of security in Syria. Sorry, the security
[00:01:38] and military future, and the opportunities to build the army's capabilities
[00:01:41] in light of the escalating regional tensions. So how will Damascus
[00:01:44] build its military capabilities
[00:01:48] with the desires in light of these tensions?
[00:01:49] this indicator is also a positive Welcome.
[00:01:50] The Arab Center for Research
[00:01:58] laws related to democracy. Mohammed Suleiman, does
[00:02:05] a person Even the stance on the Israeli to elections, certain trade unions.
[00:02:08] that Syrians wish
[00:02:14] Many unions are absent.
[00:02:24] and Policy Studies, in cooperation
[00:02:25] talk in Article 14 about with the Arab Center for
[00:02:28] Contemporary Syria Studies,
[00:02:30] society. But in released the results of the Arab Barometer survey in Syria for the year
[00:02:33] 2026, which covered economic,
[00:02:37] political, security, and living conditions,
[00:02:41] in governance, Not as well as issues of national integration
[00:02:44] in opinions, and foreign relations. The survey results
[00:02:46] showed that half of Syrians believe that the country is heading in
[00:02:50] the right direction, compared to
[00:02:54] 35% who believe the opposite,
[00:02:56] while 68%
[00:03:00] of those surveyed believe that
[00:03:02] the decision in Syria. the security situation is good or very
[00:03:05] good, a significant increase
[00:03:08] from the 41%
[00:03:10] elections based on justice recorded last
[00:03:11] year.
[00:03:14] More than 42% of
[00:03:18] That is why the result respondents identified economic challenges
[00:03:21] as Syria's main problems, while 33%
[00:03:25] the current attributed Syria's problems to political, security,
[00:03:30] and institutional challenges. As for
[00:03:33] the economic situation of families, only
[00:03:36] 13% reported that their family income
[00:03:39] covers their basic expenses and allows them to save,
[00:03:42] compared to the majority who live between
[00:03:46] There is instability in subsistence Those close to the authority and poverty. At the level
[00:03:48] of services, 62% of
[00:03:52] if there is sometimes of self-determination, respondents rated the quality of education as good, and 69%
[00:03:56] found a medical center in their area. They consider health services
[00:04:04] to be good. As for the political aspect,
[00:04:08] taken regarding democracy? For example, 74% believed that the democratic system
[00:04:11] is the best for Syria, and
[00:04:14] 65%
[00:04:16] should Syrians also accept a party they disagree with coming to power through free
[00:04:19] elections, and 66%
[00:04:23] believed
[00:04:26] side, which is worrying. that they support the separation of religion from politics.
[00:04:28] And 90% see sectarian classification
[00:04:32] existing in Syria to varying degrees.
[00:04:35] On the regional level,
[00:04:38] 61% of Syrians believe that
[00:04:41] Israel is the country most
[00:04:44] However, the results are shocking threatening to Syria's security, escaping from this For example, today a decision was issued while
[00:04:47] 80% reject recognition of Israel.
[00:04:51] And 74% believe that the Palestinian
[00:04:54] cause is the most
[00:04:56] important issue
[00:05:00] for Arabs.
[00:05:41] With us for discussion, Mohammed Suleiman, researcher at Jisr Studies Center,
[00:05:45] live from Damascus. Welcome. And with me, Dr. Zakaria
[00:05:48] Malahifji, academic and political researcher from Damascus. Welcome,
[00:05:51] Doctor. And with me,
[00:05:54] administrative governance, live from Aleppo.
[00:05:58] And with me, Dr. Abdel Moneim Al-Halabi, academic and economic
[00:06:01] expert, live from Gaziantep.
[00:06:05] I will start with Professor Mazen. Professor
[00:06:08] Mazen from Damascus, you were present
[00:06:12] when these results were announced, the results of the Arab Barometer survey
[00:06:15] in Syria for the year 2026. Professor Mohammed
[00:06:19] Suleiman, sorry, what are the most striking results
[00:06:23] for you?
[00:06:24] My greetings to you, Professor Alaa,
[00:06:28] and to your honorable guests and viewers. Today we
[00:06:31] had just completed the third
[00:06:34] day of the sixth session of the Arab Center for Contemporary Syria Studies Forum.
[00:06:37] The results of the survey were reviewed.
[00:06:40] Most of these results were positive.
[00:06:44] Positive in terms of content.
[00:06:47] Compared to last year, people
[00:06:50] have become more willing to express their opinions.
[00:06:53] Although the rate last year was 61%,
[00:06:56] and this year, 2026, it was 64,
[00:07:01] indicator. People have become more aware
[00:07:04] of their current situation on the political,
[00:07:07] economic, and even
[00:07:11] military and security levels.
[00:07:16] occupation was very
[00:07:19] clear that there is
[00:07:22] a rejection of this
[00:07:25] occupation. A rejection
[00:07:28] of its practices on the political
[00:07:32] level. This all indicates
[00:07:35] that there is an improvement in the difficult
[00:07:39] situation. Therefore, there were
[00:07:48] indicators that we can say are close to reality.
[00:07:51] They touch people. all people
[00:07:55] can afford to live in
[00:07:59] this high cost of living, as the indicator showed.
[00:08:03] There were close and good results.
[00:08:06] What caught my attention the most was the issue of democracy.
[00:08:10] There was a great desire.
[00:08:13] The percentage reached 74% of people
[00:08:15] who want a true system of governance.
[00:08:19] This figure is truly remarkable,
[00:08:22] Professor Mohammed. Let me convey this idea to Dr.
[00:08:25] Zakaria. How can we explain the increased support for democracy
[00:08:28] in Syria, specifically in these results for 2026, up to
[00:08:32] 76% in a society that has just
[00:08:35] emerged from a long experience of dictatorial rule
[00:08:39] for many years?
[00:08:42] Welcome, good evening, and my greetings to you,
[00:08:45] the guests, and the esteemed viewers. Of course,
[00:08:48] this is indeed remarkable and also promising. I have followed
[00:08:52] the indicators, and let's be clear, all the struggle
[00:08:55] and the Syrian revolution were for democracy.
[00:08:59] The first word was "freedom," meaning political
[00:09:03] freedom. So, the Syrians' compass is still the same
[00:09:07] with a large majority,
[00:09:10] confirming democracy and elections.
[00:09:14] Also, there is even a civilized language that
[00:09:17] even if a party I disagree with comes to power,
[00:09:21] of course, for those who voted and expressed their opinion,
[00:09:24] they accept that. This is an acknowledgment of the results of democracy. This is also a very
[00:09:28] important and positive indicator. However, what is truly concerning
[00:09:32] is the sectarian affiliation indicator. This
[00:09:35] is on the opposite
[00:09:38] This issue and I believe today the authorities
[00:09:41] and the Syrian elites face a great responsibility
[00:09:45] for this issue, to confront this issue and strengthen the national
[00:09:49] identity and the unifying national language, and that
[00:09:52] affiliation, whatever it may be, ethnic or sectarian, should be a subsidiary
[00:09:55] affiliation, not a primary affiliation
[00:09:59] or expressed as such or something similar. This
[00:10:02] is the paradox. But the issue of democracy is an extremely
[00:10:05] important issue.
[00:10:08] And even with the second
[00:10:11] and third options, there is a vast difference. I don't remember the exact number,
[00:10:15] but those who want, for example, a government
[00:10:18] ruled by Sharia or an ideology or something
[00:10:21] similar, there is a huge gap between the first
[00:10:25] option and the other option. Knowing that also,
[00:10:29] regarding this percentage that you are referring to, concerning those who also
[00:10:33] support the separation of religion from politics, according to the survey results,
[00:10:36] 66% of Syrians support the separation of religion from politics.
[00:10:39] However, these are striking results, as Dr. Zakaria pointed out. But
[00:10:43] in your opinion, how should
[00:10:46] this widespread support for democracy, and also this
[00:10:49] not insignificant percentage regarding the desire to separate religion from
[00:10:53] the state?
[00:10:57] I think it is very important for the Syrian people.
[00:11:00] Of course, these samples were taken from all Syrian governorates
[00:11:03] and from all Syrian components. There are 16
[00:11:07] ethnic, religious, and sectarian components in Syria.
[00:11:11] taken from everyone. It is a wide
[00:11:14] and diverse segment that gave these results.
[00:11:18] I think today the authority should really
[00:11:21] pay attention to such indicators
[00:11:25] because the future goals and visions are drawn
[00:11:28] from them. The issue of democracy is a sensitive
[00:11:31] issue for Syrians. The issue
[00:11:34] of democratic political life, elections,
[00:11:37] and the separation of religion from the state are fundamental
[00:11:41] and very important issues for Syrians
[00:11:44] because the Syrian Revolution was for political
[00:11:47] freedom, meaning that there should be a ballot box. If there
[00:11:51] was a real ballot box in Syria, all this war would not have happened.
[00:11:55] But due to the absence of the ballot box, it was. So the Syrians
[00:11:58] are still committed to the same goal, in the same
[00:12:01] context,
[00:12:03] with a very large vision, with a very large
[00:12:07] majority. This is a very important
[00:12:10] indicator and gives real hope
[00:12:13] that this people's goal is around this hope
[00:12:16] specifically, if it is a real hope. Returning to Professor
[00:12:21] this reflect a transformation in the political culture of Syrian
[00:12:25] society, or is it merely aspirations, merely a hope
[00:12:33] for? This transformation is the result of
[00:12:37] the maturity of the Syrian mind over the past years.
[00:12:41] Today, the Syrian Revolution had
[00:12:43] not only positive results at the level of freedoms,
[00:12:46] but also positive results at the level of the mind. Today, not only
[00:12:50] has the country been liberated, but also minds have been liberated.
[00:12:54] Therefore, people today have become more interested in politics.
[00:12:56] Today, they are looking for democracy
[00:13:00] more in order to have participation
[00:13:06] participation
[00:13:09] to have a strong shield
[00:13:12] so that the experience is not
[00:13:15] repeated and so that Syrians do not fall into a predicament
[00:13:19] as they did previously. Today, Syrians have aspirations
[00:13:23] to be part of
[00:13:27] They have aspirations for free,
[00:13:30] fair, and transparent
[00:13:35] and equality, just like other civilized
[00:13:38] countries. This is what many Syrians aspire to.
[00:13:43] was high. This result is very good
[00:13:47] compared to
[00:13:50] time. Today, Syrians are suffering
[00:13:55] from some problems. There were many problems
[00:13:59] during the era of the defunct regime due to its authoritarian
[00:14:03] rule, its control over decisions, and its
[00:14:06] control over the public space. Today, Syrians
[00:14:09] want to be part of this public space.
[00:14:13] They want to be part
[00:14:16] part of the decisions that are made,
[00:14:20] whether at the level of their daily lives or at the level
[00:14:23] of the state, whether political, economic, and so on.
[00:14:26] This will not be achieved unless there are true
[00:14:30] democracies in the coming period.
[00:14:33] That is why everyone considers democracy to be part of the solution. Yes, and
[00:14:37] here is my question to Mr. Burayta: How
[00:14:41] leverage this renewed support
[00:14:45] for democracy into a political
[00:14:48] and institutional demand?
[00:14:51] Good evening to you, the brothers, the viewers, and the esteemed guests.
[00:14:55] Well, the survey results are indeed encouraging
[00:14:58] by all standards, whether in terms of democracy or
[00:15:02] the notion that Syria is heading in the right direction,
[00:15:06] especially on the security front.
[00:15:09] on the economic front. But I want to speak from an administrative
[00:15:13] and governance perspective, as I always do.
[00:15:16] The methodology used in conducting
[00:15:18] the survey, and the target groups
[00:15:22] that were targeted, were all segments of society targeted? I see the reality
[00:15:25] differently. I have reviewed several similar
[00:15:29] surveys in the same fields, and there is a very large disparity.
[00:15:32] Let me give an example, for instance, Syria Poll
[00:15:35] conducted the same survey, which showed that Syria
[00:15:38] is heading in the right direction, with 23% in April
[00:15:42] 2026, and 25% in June,
[00:15:44] while we see
[00:15:48] 50% in the results of the Arab Barometer survey. Therefore, there is a very large
[00:15:52] disparity. Um, what do you mean by 50%
[00:15:56] regarding this point you mentioned, that Syria is heading in the right
[00:15:59] direction? The survey results talk about several
[00:16:03] aspects that cannot be separated from each other. We cannot talk about the security
[00:16:06] aspect without the economic aspect. We know that
[00:16:09] poverty causes all problems. I mean, if a person
[00:16:13] is like, it increases problems,
[00:16:16] it increases killing.
[00:16:18] The security aspect deteriorates to the worse.
[00:16:22] And poverty, all surveys say that
[00:16:25] 80% of Syrians are below the poverty line. And even in the survey
[00:16:29] results you presented, I think
[00:16:32] 33%
[00:16:34] have no resources at all, and there is a percentage
[00:16:39] that resources may cover income. Therefore, we are heading towards a real
[00:16:42] danger, which is this economic point. I will discuss it
[00:16:45] soon with Dr. Abdel Moneim. But, I mean, regarding my question
[00:16:49] of how this popular demand
[00:16:52] for democracy can be transformed into a political
[00:16:54] and institutional demand? Of course, it requires
[00:16:58] the legislative authority to play its role. We cannot say
[00:17:02] democracy, and it is very natural
[00:17:06] after decades of injustice and oppression.
[00:17:10] Authoritarianism and suppression of freedom of speech.
[00:17:13] The people yearn for democracy, for the rule of law
[00:17:16] and institutions, for freedom. And the people, honestly,
[00:17:20] we all see that everyone is expressing their opinion with complete ease. But there
[00:17:23] must be a regulating law for freedoms. I mean, if I want to
[00:17:26] express my opinion, I need a law to protect me, even if my opinion
[00:17:30] is opposing or supportive, or positive or negative, I need
[00:17:35] For example, I need laws related
[00:17:39] I mean, how can I talk about democracy and its communication
[00:17:42] with appointed trade unions? The appointment of civil
[00:17:45] society is almost absent. I mean, it doesn't exist. Even civil society
[00:17:49] organizations are controlled.
[00:17:52] The fourth estate, which is the media, which is unfortunately directed.
[00:17:55] I mean, how can I talk about democracy
[00:17:58] when this is happening to me? I even go back
[00:18:02] to the methodology itself. What is the methodology that was used
[00:18:05] to conduct the survey? I mean, democracy requires
[00:18:09] regulating laws. Do you think,
[00:18:13] Mr. Burayta, that the popular demand
[00:18:17] for democracy does not support the existing reality
[00:18:20] or the tools of the state, or what the state wants, so to speak?
[00:18:24] Sorry,
[00:18:29] do I understand from your words that this popular desire
[00:18:32] for democracy is met with a gap among decision-makers?
[00:18:36] There are no laws,
[00:18:43] there are no laws, there are no regulating laws,
[00:18:47] and the general policy followed and the elements
[00:18:50] of democracy need a basis, they need a foundation. Where is the existing
[00:18:54] foundation? If we don't even have statistics,
[00:18:57] I mean, we have several guests, and I'm asking a question
[00:19:01] to 30 million Syrians or 20 million Syrians, what is the population of Syria?
[00:19:05] No one knows. Even at the level of local administration,
[00:19:09] I mean, the smallest example of democracy and trade unions, local administration,
[00:19:13] we don't have it. Where is democracy? Even the regulating
[00:19:16] law, why is it not there? Is it impossible for it to exist?
[00:19:20] Everything is appointed, madam.
[00:19:23] We set rules and regulating principles and strict
[00:19:26] standards, and then we work on democracy and we have data, we have information.
[00:19:30] It's not available. So all of this requires laws,
[00:19:33] it requires work. There is something required
[00:19:36] from civil society and citizens
[00:19:39] as a whole. There is something required from the authorities.
[00:19:42] What measures have the authorities
[00:19:45] they talk about decentralization at the level of local administration.
[00:19:49] We have seen more than one statement from the Minister of Local Administration talking about decentralization, and we see disgusting centralization.
[00:19:53] Where is democracy? Aha,
[00:19:57] aha, this is an example. There are no necessary laws. Today, for example,
[00:20:00] a decision was issued. This is the issue with laws, Mr. Burayta,
[00:20:04] because the issue of participatory laws and listening to the people's
[00:20:07] opinion. Today, the government, the leading term is a government
[00:20:11] that doesn't care. It doesn't listen to public opinion polls
[00:20:14] or participation, and it doesn't involve anyone.
[00:20:18] for employees to work from 8 AM to 4 PM.
[00:20:21] The average employee's salary is $100. How can he
[00:20:24] work from 8 to 4 with a $100 salary? If there was democracy,
[00:20:28] he wouldn't be happy with this. I mean, an employee's
[00:20:31] work is not measured by the number of hours or the length of his service,
[00:20:34] but by his achievement.
[00:20:36] And we were, a short while ago, discussing with you, for example,
[00:20:40] the unified labor law that will be issued. So how can
[00:20:44] the working hours be changed today, and after a while,
[00:20:48] the unified labor law will be issued as an alternative to the law?
[00:21:10] human, but on this point before discussing the economic issue,
[00:21:13] returning to Dr. Zakaria, Dr. Zakaria, is the issue
[00:21:17] about laws, or the absence of laws until now? Or is
[00:21:20] the issue perhaps, as some say, due to the absence
[00:21:23] of political will?
[00:21:25] What do you think?
[00:21:29] Well, let me be clear. This survey reflects
[00:21:33] public opinion. It reflects their desire,
[00:21:36] their aspiration, their adherence.
[00:21:39] Mr. Burayta said something right, but he talked about
[00:21:43] what is happening at the same
[00:21:46] time in other surveys, to what extent
[00:21:49] is the public satisfied? You see that the matter
[00:21:53] is 50-60%, etc. He understands
[00:21:56] the exceptional circumstances of the transitional period,
[00:21:59] but the important thing is that these are aspirations, these are goals
[00:22:03] from all components and from all Syrian governorates. This is
[00:22:07] an important issue.
[00:22:10] time, in democratic tools, when there was talk about
[00:22:14] parties, the people or those who
[00:22:17] voted and expressed
[00:22:20] their opinion, they confirm that even with the tools,
[00:22:23] knowing that there is a small number
[00:22:27] of members or participants or practically
[00:22:30] expressing that there are prevailing opinions or prevailing
[00:22:34] currents that represent them. But the percentage of active
[00:22:37] people is small. This can also be looked
[00:22:41] at, because when hopes and
[00:22:44] aspirations are high, the percentage of active
[00:22:48] and involved people who confirm
[00:22:51] must be high. In politics, this is a given.
[00:22:54] There are parties, meaning democracy
[00:22:58] and parties are interconnected. So if we want democracy, we need
[00:23:02] parties and currents. for laws and legislation, as my guest pointed
[00:23:05] out.
[00:23:08] That's why laws and legislation in the constitutional
[00:23:12] declaration, there is
[00:23:15] unions, associations, parties, and civil
[00:23:20] reality, there is no committee for parties in the People's
[00:23:24] Assembly, and even unions and associations,
[00:23:28] or let's talk about unions, were appointed. So how long
[00:23:32] will they remain appointed? When will there be elections for unions?
[00:23:36] Because unions are a matter and institutions that have
[00:23:40] their independence, I mean, unions for professional specialties,
[00:23:43] doctors, engineers, and so on.
[00:23:45] This issue needs to be confirmed today, that yes,
[00:23:48] Syrians
[00:23:56] always, when asked where Syria is heading
[00:23:59] in terms of governance, there is always talk
[00:24:02] of rejecting what is called importing terms or foreign
[00:24:06] or Western experiences or so on, and the model
[00:24:09] remains unclear to most people,
[00:24:12] Dr. Zakaria.
[00:24:15] Well, let's
[00:24:17] be frank. It is clear
[00:24:21] that the authority avoids some terms,
[00:24:25] such as the term democracy. They avoid talking about
[00:24:29] political life and parties.
[00:24:33] or some personalities say that we should
[00:24:36] be cautious about this issue. Of course, they don't deny
[00:24:39] or reject it, but they talk about caution. At the same
[00:24:43] time, the constitutional declaration mentioned
[00:24:47] parties, unions, and civil society. So there
[00:24:50] seems to be a space for the authority
[00:24:54] to hesitate or to avoid
[00:24:58] any term. But in reality,
[00:25:00] there is no clear proposal for this.
[00:25:04] It is a strong popular desire, but
[00:25:07] there is no direct proposal for these issues.
[00:25:11] And let's be clear, today this is the form of a modern state,
[00:25:14] regardless of the literature and values.
[00:25:17] Every state has its own characteristics, that's for sure.
[00:25:20] But the form of a modern state includes parties, unions, civil society, and so on,
[00:25:23] and the state is formed in this way.
[00:25:26] The form of the state and even the form of democracy in this way,
[00:25:31] issue is not good. That is why I asked about
[00:25:35] political will, if it exists. I will return to you,
[00:25:38] but now I must move to Dr. Abdel Moneim, and I apologize
[00:25:41] for the delay, but I will give you the time.
[00:25:45] It is clear that the economic factor is a concern
[00:25:49] for those surveyed. What do these high
[00:25:52] percentages indicate, if only
[00:25:55] 13% reported that their family income
[00:25:59] covers their basic expenses, and that the economic factor is the most
[00:26:02] worrying factor for them? What does this indicate?
[00:26:06] Good evening to all of you.
[00:26:11] reality, these indicators, of course,
[00:26:14] confirm the continuation of a situation that
[00:26:18] already existed, meaning that there is no
[00:26:22] improvement in the living standards
[00:26:25] of the Syrian citizen. Also, there is
[00:26:29] not only no improvement, but also there is no economic
[00:26:32] stability. Meaning that
[00:26:36] the concern indicates
[00:26:39] the Syrian citizen's view of their economy
[00:26:43] as a chaotic economy. This
[00:26:46] is extremely
[00:26:49] Of course, regardless of the issue of
[00:26:53] indicators, whether these
[00:26:56] indicators were the most important that should have been taken
[00:26:59] care of by this survey or by those
[00:27:04] we all know that the reality has become
[00:27:07] bitter in every sense of the word for the Syrian
[00:27:11] family, whether it concerns
[00:27:14] the income it earns
[00:27:17] or the sufficiency of this income,
[00:27:20] or even the outlook
[00:27:23] for the future, meaning the anxiety
[00:27:27] that one of the indicators pointed to. So the picture,
[00:27:30] the picture is, I wouldn't say bleak,
[00:27:34] but it is certainly not bright and does not
[00:27:38] inspire optimism. The important things
[00:27:41] that we can talk about here regarding
[00:27:43] the extent of its
[00:27:46] consistency, these economic indicators
[00:27:51] or indicators that point to political or
[00:27:54] non-political desires, or the stance towards the authority,
[00:27:58] or so on, in reality, yes, there is a gap
[00:28:01] and a great contradiction. We know that
[00:28:05] naturally, when
[00:28:08] does not achieve the level they
[00:28:12] desire in their livelihood,
[00:28:15] they do not even meet the minimum of their basic needs.
[00:28:17] Perhaps they look at other
[00:28:20] needs as being of
[00:28:24] lower priority or of a lower rank in their
[00:28:27] hierarchy of priorities. And here we must speak
[00:28:31] directly to emphasize an important
[00:28:34] idea, which is that the transitional authority
[00:28:37] today, regarding basic services,
[00:28:40] regarding the real value of
[00:28:44] the incomes that any person working in Syria earns,
[00:28:47] and also regarding the outlook for
[00:28:50] the future, has not yet been able to achieve
[00:28:54] the goals it announced, whether as an authority
[00:28:57] before the transitional government or even on that
[00:29:01] day when the ministers spoke when they were. How should
[00:29:04] the state look at these results,
[00:29:08] especially since, as you indicate, as you describe, it has not achieved
[00:29:11] the announced goals, specifically in the economic matter?
[00:29:15] When we say more than
[00:29:18] 42% of respondents
[00:29:21] find that Syria's current problems are economic problems,
[00:29:25] and this is a high and significant percentage,
[00:29:27] specifically two years after the fall
[00:29:30] of the regime.
[00:29:32] Yes, in reality, macroeconomic indicators
[00:29:35] are clear, known, and obvious.
[00:29:39] All economic indicators today, with the exception of the growth rate,
[00:29:43] which is the primary indicator, are declining indicators.
[00:29:48] the Syrian lira and a decline in its real
[00:29:51] value, even
[00:29:55] some stability in certain periods for the nominal value.
[00:29:58] Therefore, there is a decline in the purchasing
[00:30:01] power of all Syrian citizens, regardless of whether
[00:30:05] they work in the public sector
[00:30:08] or in the private sector. This
[00:30:11] is very important because today
[00:30:15] the Syrian pound is a true mirror of the Syrian citizen's
[00:30:18] confidence in their economy. Of course, regarding
[00:30:21] the matters that I wished the survey
[00:30:25] had focused on, such as the effectiveness of
[00:30:28] economic policies, whether monetary policy
[00:30:32] or fiscal policy, or the Syrian citizen's
[00:30:35] confidence in the indicators
[00:30:38] related to even what the
[00:30:41] government issues in terms of advanced data
[00:30:45] in terms of transparency, meaning that it
[00:30:49] will form continuous pillars and accumulation
[00:30:52] for the continuation of transparency and credibility. I also
[00:30:55] greatly wished for something related to accountability
[00:30:58] and responsibility.