SDC criticizes new Syrian government, calls for inclusive political process
QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – The Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) stated on Sunday that the newly announced Syrian government does not meet national aspirations.
In an official statement published on its website, the SDC expressed disappointment, saying that they hoped for a truly representative government that reflects Syria’s political and social diversity, but the new administration remains dominated by a single political orientation, despite the inclusion of some technocrats.
The statement criticized the lack of genuine representation for women, who constitute a significant segment of society and have endured immense hardship over the years, including displacement, loss, violence, and political marginalization.
According to the SDC, the new government should have been a step toward broader participation of Syrian society’s representatives and an indicator of a comprehensive political solution that alleviates suffering and paves the way for national consensus.
Instead, the council argued that the government’s composition reflects a continuation of ideological control, wrapped in superficial slogans that fail to address Syria’s real challenges. It described the formation as a reproduction of past policies that have brought no benefit to Syria or its people.
The statement also condemned the lack of participatory standards in the appointment process, pointing out that the same exclusionary approach was used in forming the Dialogue Committee and the Constitutional Declaration Committee.
It warned that these moves reinforce political dominance and individual rule, rather than laying the foundation for a democratic transition.
The SDC urged all national Syrian forces to work together toward a new political path based on genuine democracy, ensuring the rights of all communities and rejecting exclusionary policies.
On Saturday, Ahmad al-Sharaa, Syria’s Transitional President, announced the formation of a new government, comprising over 20 ministries, including several newly established ones.