The event guest, Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj, a partner at LUGARIT, gives a fresh perspective on the protracted Syrian conflict.

For years, Syria has been embroiled in a devastating conflict, with prevailing narratives struggling to encapsulate the evolving realities on the ground. Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj's intervention at the seminar delves into the economic deep structures and the transformation of the political economy in Syria, highlighting the potential for a change in discourse and strategy.  He discusses much needed paradigm shifts in local transformations, demand side funding streams, and new forms of accountability and tracking of progress. 

Aziz's participation in the seminar is a reflection of his extensive experience and deep understanding of the complexities surrounding the Syrian conflict. His perspective is a crucial contribution to the ongoing discourse, offering hope for a strategy that can provide better traction for peace efforts and steer the conflict away from its current disastrous course.

The seminar at PRIO marks a step in rethinking and reshaping the dialogue on Syria. It brings to light the importance of considering underlying economic and political factors and adjusting strategies to align with the evolving realities of the conflict.