Overview

• Ahmed al-Chareh announced the formation of a 23-member transitional government on March 29, 2025, marking a key step in Syria's post-Assad era.
• The government includes minority representation with Druze, Kurdish, Christian, and Alawite ministers, responding to international pressure for inclusivity.
• Key positions such as Defense, Foreign Affairs, and Interior remain occupied by al-Chareh's close allies, raising concerns about concentrated power.
• The government operates under a constitutional declaration granting al-Chareh significant powers over legislative, executive, and judicial appointments.
• Sectarian violence earlier in March, including massacres targeting Alawites, underscores the challenges of fostering reconciliation and stability during the transition.