The Syrian Future Movement received with great interest the news published on November 30, 2025, in Syrian media, stating that Syria had officially regained its right to vote and participate in the elections of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). We consider this development an important national opportunity that reflects Syria’s restoration of its official international presence in a vital area affecting the economy, navigation, and maritime trade, and allows it to participate in international decisions impacting its strategic interests.
The Syrian Future Movement believes that regaining the right to vote confirms that the international community recognizes the current Syrian authorities as an active partner in international institutions. We also believe that this recognition is not merely symbolic, but rather opens the door for Syria to protect its economic and legal interests in the maritime and commercial sectors.
The Syrian Future Movement believes that international participation must be translated internally into comprehensive institutional reform. International membership will only be effective if it is accompanied by the modernization of maritime and commercial laws in line with international standards.
Enhancing transparency in the management of ports and the maritime sector.
Developing the capacities of national institutions to meet international obligations.
The Syrian Future Movement calls for the protection of Syria’s maritime and commercial rights, ensuring adherence to environmental and maritime safety standards, and engaging with other countries within the framework of shared interests, avoiding any conflict or illegal overlap.
The Syrian Future Movement affirms that this step represents an opportunity to strengthen Syria’s position within the international system, serving the interests of the nation and its citizens. We also call upon the Syrian transitional authorities to leverage this membership to advance institutional reform, enhance transparency, and ensure effective management of the maritime domain and its related economic resources.
The Syrian Future Movement believes that Syria’s regaining its voting rights in the International Maritime Organization is an opportunity to solidify its international standing and utilize it to develop its economy and build its institutions.
The Syrian Future Movement calls upon all national forces to work diligently to transform this international return into a tangible reality that positively impacts the lives of citizens and serves the future of Syria, its institutions, and its civil rights.
