Syria’s Anti-Illicit Gains Committee has officially launched a new six-month voluntary disclosure program, supported by the debut of its official website. The digital platform is designed to streamline the fight against corruption by offering services for reporting, voluntary disclosure, inquiries, and direct communication with the committee.
A Legal Path to Financial Settlement
Basel Al-Suwaidan, President of the Committee, highlighted the program’s strategic purpose. “The launch of the voluntary disclosure program on the official website provides a temporary legal pathway that allows for the settlement of financial situations linked to suspicions of illicit gains, which will contribute to accelerating the recovery of funds,” he stated.
A National Duty
Al-Suwaidan emphasized that holding individuals accountable for the misuse of public funds is a national priority and a constitutional and moral obligation, not merely a political choice. He noted that confronting the legacy of corruption with legal resolve is essential for state-building, restoring public trust in institutions, and achieving social justice after decades of economic losses.
Upholding the Rule of Law
The committee affirms that all accountability measures will adhere to fair legal principles that guarantee individual rights under the supreme authority of the law. “The recovery of public funds is a fundamental right of the state and society,” Al-Suwaidan explained, reinforcing the commitment to a just and equitable process.
To enhance its effectiveness, the committee is focused on building strong partnerships with the local community, civil society organizations, regulatory bodies, and the media. It also plans to collaborate with international organizations specializing in anti-corruption and asset recovery, ensuring that all actions align with national sovereignty and serve Syria’s best interests.
About The National Anti-Illicit Gains Committee
The National Anti-Illicit Gains Committee is an independent national body with legal personality and financial and administrative independence. It was established under Presidential Decree No. 13 of 2025 with a mandate to protect public funds, combat all forms of illicit gains, recover illegal funds, and promote integrity and transparency within state institutions and the business sector.
Source: Okaz
