Concerns Raised Over Human Rights Oversight in Syrian Reconstruction Deals

The Syrian transitional government is moving forward with a national recovery blueprint for Syria, which was unveiled in March 2026. This blueprint is accompanied by billions of dollars in international pledges for aid and financing. However, Human Rights Watch stated that the government is signing reconstruction deals without a human rights framework to ensure affected people's rights are protected.

The lack of a required process for government or developers to consult affected communities, negotiate compensation, or provide independent channels to challenge decisions remains a concern. These findings suggest that the integrity of the reconstruction process is under review.