Fahad Al Masri unveils governance blueprint for Syria’s transitional phase

In response to public debate surrounding recent decisions by Syria's Transitional Authorities, Fahad Al Masri, president of the Syrian Liberal Party, has issued a detailed statement defending current political appointments and proposing a roadmap for long-term administrative reform. 

The statement aims to clarify the rationale behind recent moves while laying out a broader vision for institutional stability and governance in Syria.

Al Masri emphasizes that in countries undergoing major political transitions—especially after prolonged war or regime collapse—it is common practice for transitional governments to centralize authority in key positions. 

He argues that such a concentration of power is not a denial of pluralism but a temporary necessity to ensure operational coherence and team efficiency.

The recent appointment of Maher Al-Sharaa as Secretary General of the Presidency is cited as an example of this logic. 

According to Al Masri, the role is vital to streamline governmental coordination and oversight during a volatile period.

The statement calls for a structural overhaul: the introduction of General Secretary positions at the presidential, governmental, and ministerial levels, replacing the traditional deputy roles. 

These posts would be assigned to technocrats with strong national credentials and trained through the National Institute for Administration.

The goal, Al Masri explains, is to create a non-political, professional layer within the government that can uphold institutional integrity and continuity, regardless of political changes. This model, he says, would ensure that service delivery and policy execution are shielded from instability.

Creation of a National Labor Agency

Al Masri also proposes the creation of a National Labor Agency to act as a centralized database and placement service for public and private sector jobs. This agency would certify professional skills and qualifications based on training, experience, and continuing education—drawing inspiration from similar institutions in Germany, the UK, and France.

These reforms are part of what Al Masri calls the “Sixth Republic – The National Project”, a long-term strategic framework previously developed by the National Salvation Front in Syria, which was disbanded in March 2025. The Syrian Liberal Party now carries this vision forward.

A Vision for Institutional Resilience

In his statement, Al Masri asserts that the establishment of structured, non-political secretariats and national agencies would create a resilient state capable of surviving political crises. 

The goal, he concludes, is to "empower state institutions to operate efficiently, transparently, and consistently—regardless of who holds political office."

As Syria enters a new phase of governance, these recommendations offer a blueprint for reform that prioritizes national cohesion, administrative professionalism, and sustainable development.