Sko: Constitutional rights key to democratic Syria

Syria is home to numerous components seeking to secure their rights within the new Syrian constitution. However, the interim government has so far taken no concrete steps toward this goal, limiting itself to issuing a constitutional declaration tailored to its own vision. On this issue, Jwan Sko spoke to our agency.

Sko explained that his party has historically demanded recognition of the rights and existence of the Kurdish people, adding: “As the Kurdistan Democratic Party–Syria, we have been calling for the rights and recognition of the Kurdish people for years, and the rights of all components—especially the Kurdish people—must be safeguarded in the Syrian constitution.”

He noted that Decision No. 13 issued by the interim government regarding the Kurds is insufficient, though it represents a positive step, stressing the need for further measures related to the constitution.

Sko added that building trust among the Syrian people—particularly the Kurdish population—requires guaranteeing the rights of every component living in the country within the constitution, enabling people to preserve their language and culture freely.

He continued: “Our party insists that the rights of the Kurdish people, like those of any other component, must be included in the constitution. The committee that will be formed to draft the constitution must include Kurdish representation so that we can secure and preserve our political and historical rights.”

The Secretary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party–Syria also pointed to the important role of the Kurdish people in building Syria, stating: “The Kurdish people have played a role in building Syria, and no one can deny our rights. The resistance of Ibrahim Hananu stands as a testament. We are not guests in this country, as some claim—we helped build Syria and want to have a role in its future alongside all components living in the country.”

Sko concluded: “Syria is home to many components—Kurds, Arabs, Syriacs, and others. We all live together in equality and democracy. The history and existence of all peoples must be recognized in the constitution, and every individual should live according to their customs and traditions.”

ANHA