Damascus launches a diplomatic outreach to push for an finish to restrictions.
The United Nations says seven out of 10 Syrians require humanitarian help after 13 years of conflict.
And an estimated $500bn is required to rebuild their nation.
Syria’s new administration has engaged in diplomacy prior to now two weeks to steer Western powers to quickly raise sanctions imposed throughout the rule of Bashar al-Assad.
However these governments wish to see progress in direction of inclusive and democratic governance in Syria.
Issues are rising that the euphoria following the autumn of al-Assad might give method to frustration and violence if the method is delayed.
Will the West be ready to raise sanctions – and quick?
And may Syria’s new rulers make the adjustments wanted to win the arrogance of world powers?
Presenter: Neave Barker
Company:
Ammar Kahf – government director of the Omran Middle for Strategic Research
Hind Kabawat – director of interfaith peacebuilding on the Carter College for Peace and Battle Decision at George Mason College
Fadi Dayoub – government director of Native Growth and Small Initiatives Help, a Syrian NGO
