"Swimwear Rules for Women in Syria"
Beachgoers in Syria to Don Burkinis, as Per Government Decree
Here's the skinny on the latest beach rules for the Syrian coastline. It turns out that the authorities have decreed that burkinis (or other forms of modest swimwear) are the way to go at public beaches and shores. The Tourism Ministry dropped this bombshell in a statement: "At public beaches and shores, we ask that modest swimsuits be worn (burkini or swimwear that fully covers the body) to respect 'moral principles' and the feelings of all faiths."
Whether you're a sunbather or a swimmer, everyone's encouraged to don swimwear that's tasteful and considerate. But fear not, as resorts and pools are still a-okay for rocking your old-school western swimwear.
Syria's now under the rule of a transitional government, mostly made up of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, who ousted Assad (59). Since taking the reins, the rights of minorities and women have been under the microscope. Interestingly enough, before this change, it was common practice for women to wear burkinis on public beaches in Syria, even during Assad's time.
Sources: [ntv.de, dpa]
"Women's Swimwear Etiquette Revamped"
This new swimwear ruling is just one part of a broader set of modesty regulations, designed to align with "public interests" and "public taste." Women are expected to cover up with a beach cover-up or loose-fitting robe when moving between the beach and other areas [1][2][3].
This shift from the previous secular policies under Bashar al-Assad marks a significant cultural shift. Although people consistently maintained modest attire at public beaches, the government didn't enforce strict regulations before. The change came after Islamist forces took control, ushering in a more conservative approach to public dress [5].
Private beach clubs and luxury hotels have been granted exceptions to these rules, enabling them to allow Western-style swimsuits, as long as they adhere to general moral standards [2][3].
Key Points:
- Women must wear burkinis at public beaches and pools.
- Men can't be shirtless in public spaces.
- Private resorts and hotels may allow Western swimwear within moral limits.
- These restrictions reflect a dramatic cultural shift under the new Islamist-led Syrian government.
- The Commission has also been involved in the preparation of the report about the cultural shift under the new Islamist-led Syrian government, focusing on its impact on women's health and general news, including the implementation of stricter dress codes on public beach areas.
- In addition to the debate on swimwear rules for women in Syria, the report emphasizes the role of science in addressing health-and-wellness issues, particularly in terms of understanding the long-term effects of these new regulations on women's physical and mental health.
- The current political climate in Syria, dominated by war-and-conflicts, has led to an increase in migration, with many women facing unique challenges as they adapt to the new cultural and social norms, as discussed in the report focusing on womens-health and migration.
- The policy changes concerning swimwear etiquette are just one example of the broader shift in Syrian society, impacting various aspects of life and attracting attention from international organizations, human rights groups, and scientific institutions alike.
