Beyond Law 10: Economic and Social Challenges of Housing and Land Management in Post-Conflict Syria (original) (raw)

This article summarizes a presentation by Mr. Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj at the London School of Economics. It addresses the complexities of housing, land, and property (HLP) issues in Syria, particularly in the wake of the country's ongoing conflict. Mr. Hallaj explores the historical backdrop of Syria's land management, the impact of the conflict on property rights, and the introduction of Law 10, which has sparked significant international concern. The article discusses how decades of overlapping laws and governance challenges have exacerbated property disputes, which are now compounded by the conflict’s destruction and displacement. Mr. Hallaj argues that the current legal frameworks, including Law 10, are insufficient to address the deep-rooted issues in land and housing management. He emphasizes the need for comprehensive policy reviews and suggests that community participation, economic incentives, and innovative governance solutions are essential for successful post-conflict recovery and reconstruction in Syria.