Action Group – London
Palestinian researcher Ayman Fahmi Abu Hashem, in collaboration with the Mada Center for Studies, has published a new ten-page research paper titled: “Partners in Destiny: Concerns of Syrian Palestinians in the New Syrian State – A Preliminary Assessment and Vision for the Future.” The study addresses a series of critical questions concerning the status of Syrian Palestinians and the future of their civil rights in a new Syria.
The paper sheds light on ongoing debates among Syrian Palestinians regarding their legal status and civil and political rights during the transitional phase, emphasizing the urgent need for clear legal frameworks that define their situation in both the present and future. This is particularly vital given the ambiguity that previously characterized official attitudes and often led to restrictions on basic rights such as freedom of movement and travel.
The study comes at a pivotal moment for Syria and seeks to present a comprehensive vision covering various aspects of Syrian Palestinian life ”” from their historical concerns and involvement in the Syrian revolution to their aspirations in the post-liberation phase. The paper poses open-ended questions about how the new administration will address the Palestinian file, outlining two possible approaches and discussing legal options to fully guarantee Palestinian civil and political rights.
The paper is structured into five main chapters:
1. Palestinian concerns driven by crises and shifts in Syrian policy
2. Palestinian involvement in the revolution and attempts to undermine shared destiny
3. Palestinian responses to the rhythms of victory and liberation
4. Questions and concerns about how the new administration will approach the Palestinian issue
5. Open discussions and questions regarding the future legal status
For the full details, including in-depth analysis and key recommendations, you can access the complete paper via the following link:Read the Paper