Syrian President Appoints Final Lawmakers to New Parliament
Syria's president has appointed the remaining 70 lawmakers to the new parliament, notably including 15 women, which is an increase from the six female candidates previously selected.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 1, 2026 —
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has appointed the final 70 lawmakers to the nation’s new parliament, completing the body’s composition. The appointments bring the total number of parliament members to 250.
Among the newly appointed members are 15 women. This marks a notable increase in female representation compared to the previous selection, which included six women.
The process of forming the new parliament has been ongoing. These latest appointments follow previous stages of legislative selection. The specific criteria for the appointments and the timeline for the parliament’s first session were not immediately provided.
The Syrian constitution outlines the process for forming the People’s Assembly, with a portion of members elected and others appointed by the president. The increase in female representation is a point of note in the formation of this new legislative body.
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