Syrian Arab Republic

The state shall provide women with all opportunities enabling them to effectively and fully contribute to the political, economic, social and cultural life, and the state shall work on removing the restrictions that prevent their development and participation in building society. (Art. 23)

Every citizen shall have the right to participate in the political, economic, social and cultural life and the law shall regulate this. (Art. 34)

Freedom of forming associations and unions shall be based on a national basis, for lawful purposes and by peaceful means which are guaranteed in accordance with the terms and conditions prescribed by law. (Art. 45)

Election and referendum are the right and duty of the citizens and the law shall regulate their exercise. (Art. 49)

Voters shall be the citizens who have completed eighteen years of age and met the conditions stipulated in the Election Law. (Art. 59)

The Election Law shall include the provisions that ensure:
1. The freedom of voters to choose their representatives … (Art. 61)