As a transitional government takes shape in Syria, hopes run high for the country to regain its democratic status after a decade-long dictatorship. However, the aftermath leaves a fragmented political scenario that might easily spiral into chaos. From Moscow to Ankara and Teheran, regional powers are competing for relevance through the support of the different armed groups involved in the fall of Bashar al Assad’s regime. And if Europe strives for stability in the country, it has a role to play as well, according to experts.
“The EU and the US hold quite a powerful chip, which is sanctions. Any government is going for those to be lifted to allow Syria to be rebuilt”, said Chatham House fellow Chris Phillips. “If there is no support by the EU, the new Syrian government is going to look both to the Gulf and China”.
In this episode, host Giada Santana breaks down the rivaling interests shaping the future of Syria with Chatham House fellow Chris Phillips and Russian reporter Iuliia Akhmedova.
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