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Despite obvious progress, socio-economic issues like inflation and joblessness persist, affecting the daily lives of Syrians. For some, the psychological relief of no longer living under Assad’s rule is significant enough, even as economic hardships continue. The collective hope is that national reconstruction will eventually translate into improved living standards.
Economic Reforms and Institutional Changes
Rebuilding Syria’s economy is not just about increasing revenues but undertaking a comprehensive transformation of its economic infrastructure. The country has transitioned from a heavily state-controlled economy to a more liberalized one, where imports, pricing, currency exchange, and money transfers are now free.