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In his first public event in the United Kingdom, President Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Chatham House to discuss his vision for Syria at a moment of significant regional upheaval.
Since taking office after the fall of the Assad regime in late 2024, his government has faced the immense task of rebuilding a country devastated by more than a decade of civil war.
Alongside domestic reconstruction, the administration has pursued a new diplomatic course – seeking to re-engage with the international community while navigating an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape.
In this conversation moderated by Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox, President al-Sharaa is expected to discuss the status of Syria’s transition, his hopes for his country’s political and economic future, his government’s stance on the current Middle East conflict, and how the Syrian leadership plans to build a more stable, inclusive and accountable state.
The event will be on the record and livestreamed, with questions from the moderator and audience.
A core part of Chatham House’s mission is to bring together diverse perspectives to advance debate and to resolve global challenges, as set out in our mission and values. This event is on the record and available to the public to watch.
