Syria's economic transition: from kleptocracy to Islamic neoliberalism in a war-torn economy

This brief shares recommendations on Syria's economic transition.

• From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
• Published: 10 December 2025

• Country: Syria
• Document Type: Briefing
• Theme: Governance and Conflict
• First published: 13 February 2025
• Authors: Daher, J. and Mehchy, Z.

Abstract

This policy brief offers suggestions for laying the foundation of a new economic system through open discussions.

This research is supported by the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform (PeaceRep)

Citation

Daher J and Mehchy Z. ‘Syria’s Economic Transition: From Kleptocracy to Islamic Neoliberalism in a War-Torn Economy ‘ PeaceRep Policy Brief, PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh, 2025

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Syria’s economic transition: from kleptocracy to Islamic neoliberalism in a war-torn economy

Published 10 December 2025