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Syria: Reconstruction

Asked by Alex SobelLabour (Co-op)Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 27 April 2026UIN 125720

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic steps her Department taking to support the inclusion of Syrian youth and women in post-conflict reconstruction and decision-making processes, including funding for locally-led initiatives and civic empowerment programmes.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The UK regularly engages with the Syrian Government to press for an inclusive political transition that protects the rights of all Syrians, including women and young people. This was raised directly with President Al Sharaa during his visit to London on 31 March.

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