Siwar Al Assad, a Syrian-born author and political analyst based in London, is gaining global attention not only for his literary works but also for his sustained efforts in cultural preservation and peace advocacy through the Aramea Foundation. As Syria remains mired in the aftermath of civil war, Al Assad continues to lead initiatives that elevate Syrian voices, protect heritage, and promote non-partisan dialogue on the country’s future.

With the Aramea Foundation, a UK-registered think tank, Al Assad has spearheaded cultural documentation projects, expert-led forums on refugee reintegration, and diaspora-led memory preservation efforts. His foundation works to ensure that the Levant’s ancient history, architectural landmarks, and communal traditions are not erased by conflict or neglect. At a time when Syria’s identity risks being rewritten or forgotten, Al Assad’s mission is to restore a sense of continuity and dignity to its people, at home and abroad.

Educated in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and at the Panthéon-Sorbonne University in Paris, Al Assad combines international insight with deep personal ties to Syria. Though born into a prominent political family, he has consistently chosen a path of civic engagement and intellectual independence. His advocacy work, grounded in cultural understanding rather than political allegiance, has earned him credibility among academics, humanitarian organizations, and members of the Syrian diaspora.

Recent efforts by the Aramea Foundation have included supporting research into the condition of endangered heritage sites like Palmyra, facilitating regional peace dialogues, and producing multilingual resources for exiled Syrian youth.

Al Assad’s dual role as a cultural advocate and media leader positions him uniquely at the intersection of preservation and progress. He continues to call for a peaceful and inclusive vision for Syria’s future, one built not only on reconstruction but on remembering the values, traditions, and identities that have long defined the Syrian people.

About the Author:

Siwar Al Assad is a multilingual Syrian author known for A Coeur Perdu, Guard Thy Heart, Le Temps d’une Saison, and Palmyre Pour Toujours. He is the founder of the Aramea Foundation and serves as the director of Arab News Network. His fiction and nonfiction work explores themes of identity, memory, exile, and emotional recovery.