Syrian Minister of Social and Labour Affairs to give evidence to Foreign Affairs Committee
The Foreign Affairs Committee will hold the first evidence session of its new inquiry into Syria on Monday.
The session will examine the UK's approach to engaging with Syria's transitional government following the fall of the Assad regime and the establishment of the new government. Members will consider the political, economic, security and humanitarian situation in the country, and assess the challenges and opportunities facing Syria as it seeks to rebuild.
Witnesses will include H.E. Hind Kabawat, Minister of Social and Labour Affairs in the Syrian Government and the only woman appointed to President Ahmed al-Sharaa's cabinet. The Committee will also hear from experts from Chatham House and the Syria Britain Business Council.
Meeting details
Members are likely to explore a range of issues relating to Syria's transition, including governance, economic recovery, security, humanitarian conditions and the return of displaced people. They are also expected to discuss the country's relationships with regional and international partners, and what these developments mean for UK foreign policy.
The session will provide Members with an opportunity to examine developments in Syria since the change in government and consider how the UK can best support stability, prosperity and inclusive governance in the country.