Temporary Constitution Signed in Syria

syria - Syria's temporary constitution unveiled with key articles signed by President Ahmed Shaar. Details of the constitution highlighted.

Syria's Temporary Constitution

President Ahmed Shaar signed the temporary constitution in Syria, outlining key provisions:

• Article 1: Syria is an independent and sovereign state with indivisible unity.
• Article 2: Islam is the religion of the President, with religious freedom guaranteed.
• Article 6: Equal rights for all citizens without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, or ethnicity.
• Article 7: Protection of religious communities' personal status in accordance with their beliefs.
• Article 8: State regulation of the national economy for social justice and sustainable development.
• Article 13: Freedom of expression, press, and media protected by law.
• Article 14: Political participation rights and freedom to form parties recognized.
• Article 15: Commitment to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms.
• Article 16: State commitment to support family as the foundation of society.
• Article 17: Protection of women's societal position and active role.
• Article 18: Protection of children from abuse and access to education and healthcare.
• Article 20: Interim Parliament appointed by the President until new elections.
• Article 27: President is the head of state and armed forces.
• Article 35: Judicial independence with judges bound by law and conscience.
• Article 36: Presumption of innocence until proven guilty.