President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on Syria’s next chapter

September 29, 2026 • 4:55 pm ET the Atlantic Council Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa joins the Atlantic Council to discuss Syria’s future and his government’s priorities for reconstruction, economic recovery, and institutional reform. This episode also explores the evolving relationship between the United States and Syria, the country’s role in regional conflicts, and Al-Sharaa’s vision for Syria’s path forward. This conversation was recorded during the Atlantic Council’s #ACinNY programming on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. Listen to The AC Front Page Podcast wherever you get podcasts About the podcast The AC Front Page Podcast, hosted by Juliette Matos, brings you exclusive conversations with heads of state and government, senior US officials, CEOs, and global decision maker—recorded live at the Atlantic Council’s headquarters in Washington, DC, and on stages around the world. From geopolitics and national security to technology and the global economy, this podcast will keep you updated and informed on the policy debates driving today’s headlines. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Full videos and transcripts of our events are available at AtlanticCouncil.org/ACFrontPage. Related content Explore the series AC Front Page harnesses the convening power and expertise of the Council’s sixteen programs and centers to spotlight the world’s most prominent leaders and the most compelling ideas across sectors. The premier platform engages new audiences eager for nonpartisan and constructive solutions to current global challenges. This widely promoted 45-minute program features the Council’s most important guests and content serving as the highlight of our programming. Related Experts: Brett McGurk, Ahmed Al-Sharaa, Juliette Matos Image: People's Assembly Holds First Session In Presence Of President Ahmed Al-Sharaa. Rami Alsayed via Reuters Connect