Mohammed Al-Bashir appointed as the Minister of Energy in the new Syrian government: What do you know about him?

In a new strategic step towards building a strong and stable state, the transitional Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shar'a announced on March 29, 2025, the appointment of engineer and politician Mohammed Al-Bashir as the Minister of Energy in the new Syrian government. This appointment comes after a period of political success for Al-Bashir, who served as Prime Minister in the transitional government following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, as well as the presidency of the Syrian Rescue Government in Idlib at the beginning of 2024. From Mount Zawiya to the government presidency: a journey filled with achievements. Mohammed Al-Bashir was born in the town of Balsheun in Mount Zawiya in Idlib province in 1983, starting his academic career with a distinguished graduation from Aleppo University where he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering specializing in Communications in 2007. He also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Sharia and Law from Idlib University. After years of academic experience, Al-Bashir moved towards professional work, holding several positions, starting from the head of the Precision Devices Department at the gas plant of the Syrian Gas Company in 2011, to becoming the director of the Hope Educational Institute, director of Associations Affairs at the Ministry of Development and Humanitarian Affairs, and then Minister of Development and Humanitarian Affairs in the Rescue Government in 2022. An ambitious action plan for developing the energy sector. In his speech after being appointed as Minister of Energy, Al-Bashir emphasized that the ministry will work towards achieving a qualitative leap in the energy sector by developing vital infrastructure, including building new facilities and rehabilitating oil fields and refineries. He added that the ministry will prioritize maintaining electricity networks and ensuring the sustainability of energy supply throughout Syria. Al-Bashir stated: "Energy represents one of the pillars of comprehensive development in any country, and through our work in the ministry, we will seek to improve the quality of services for all citizens on Syrian soil. We will also collaborate with national competencies in the sector, encourage innovation and creativity to ensure a sustainable future for the energy sector." The minister who brings hope to Syrian energy. Under the leadership of Mohammed Al-Bashir, Syria is expected to witness a significant renaissance in the energy sector, focusing on enhancing local production and developing renewable energy sources, contributing to improving the living conditions of citizens. The challenges are great, but Al-Bashir's vision and strategic plans promise to elevate services and provide stable and sustainable energy for all Syrians. Amidst this important change, Al-Bashir emphasized that achieving these goals requires unifying efforts at various levels and significant support from governmental and popular institutions to achieve sustainable development and ensure a prosperous future in this vital sector.