Political Office:

The Political Office is one of the key offices within the Syrian Democratic Alliance. It was established on November 14, 2023, by the President of the Alliance, the Vice President, and the Secretary General, who are ex-officio members. The office also includes members of the General Secretariat or the General Assembly as needed, and is headed by the President of the Alliance to oversee developments related to the Syrian situation and shape the Alliance’s political direction accordingly.

Main Responsibilities of the Political Office:

The main responsibilities of the Political Office within the Syrian Democratic Alliance include several key tasks:

• Issuing statements and taking political positions that reflect the Alliance’s vision.
•  Reviewing proposals from the Follow-up Committee regarding political documents after their completion.
• Drafting and signing memorandums of understanding, agreements for joint work, and alliances after their drafts are approved by the General Secretariat.
• Appointing the official spokesperson for the Alliance and providing the necessary statements and general guidelines for their role.

Achievements of the Political Office in the Alliance:

The Political Office has achieved several milestones within the Syrian Democratic Alliance, including:

• Monitoring political events and issuing timely statements and positions.
• Forming a committee to draft a roadmap for resolving the Syrian crisis in accordance with international resolutions, particularly UN Resolution 2254. This committee includes members from the General Assembly, the General Secretariat, the Political Office, and external members.
• Organizing a workshop titled “Strategic Direction of the Alliance” held in Berlin on January 13-14, 2024.
•  Participating in the Brussels Conference and organizing a special event focused on early recovery on April 29, 2024.
•  Issuing approximately 20 political statements and several position papers, such as the stance on the social contract of the Autonomous Administration, the Astana process, the document on the three regions announced on March 8, 2024, and the Early Recovery Program in Syria.

Key Challenges Faced by the Political Office and How They Were Overcome:

Like other offices within the Alliance, the Political Office faces several challenges in its work, including:

•  Rapid changes in local, regional, and international situations impacting the Syrian issue.
• The lack of full-time commitment from office members, as they are spread across various time zones.
• Difficult working conditions preventing some members from attending meetings.
•  Poor internet connectivity for some members.
• Delays in issuing statements or positions on time.
• Low attendance and participation in meetings from some members.

These challenges were addressed by holding meetings with the members present and sending formal reminders to inactive members regarding their responsibilities.

Contribution of the Political Office to Achieving the Alliance’s General Goals:

The Political Office contributes to the achievement of the Alliance’s goals through the following:

1. Establishing the office’s structure and general guidelines for its operations, ensuring daily interactions and discussions in the chat group, and holding intensive meetings.
2.  Keeping track of events by providing links to relevant news and articles related to the political work and current events.
3.  Drafting a rational and effective Syrian political discourse.
4. Restoring the national Syrian identity by adopting a flexible, pragmatic policy capable of influencing the political transition from a state of oppression to a state of citizenship, human dignity, democracy, and inclusivity, embracing the values of non-violence and rejecting extremism, terrorism, and all forms of discrimination.

Future Visions for Developing the Political Office’s Work in the Alliance:

The future vision of the Political Office includes enhancing follow-up efforts, increasing activities, staying more engaged with current events, and potentially adding new members.

Working Mechanism and How the Political Office Operates:

The working mechanism of the Political Office follows a transparent and clear process:

• The President of the Alliance, serves as the official spokesperson for the Syrian Democratic Alliance.
• The Political Office is comprised of 17 members.
• A committee has been formed to draft the Alliance’s statements and positions, with a specific process in place for issuing them.
• A document outlining the guidelines and terminology to be used in the Alliance’s documents, communications, and reports has been adopted.

For any inquiries or questions regarding the office and its operations, please contact:
info@syrianda.org