Decline in Temporary Protected Syrians in Turkey
November 21, 2024, 10:24 am

Decline in Temporary Protected Syrians in Turkey

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Decline in the Number of Syrians Under Temporary Protection in Turkey: New Data and Residency Update Procedures*

Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya revealed a significant decrease in the number of Syrians residing under temporary protection in Turkey, with the total number now at 2,935,742 refugees. This announcement follows a call by Turkish authorities for Syrians to update their residency information.

In statements made during a press conference reported by the Anadolu Agency, Yerlikaya explained that 731,146 refugees had not updated their information. As a result, they were given a 90-day grace period to complete this process. The minister confirmed that 580,819 individuals had responded to the update request, either by updating their data or by scheduling appointments to do so.

The minister also noted that the data of 150,327 Syrian refugees who had not received any public services for at least a year has been removed. This is part of the Turkish government’s efforts to ensure better organization of refugee-related data.

Regarding returns, Yerlikaya mentioned that approximately 114,083 refugees had voluntarily returned to their home country of Syria in 2024. These figures reflect an increasing trend of refugees returning to their countries, raising questions about the conditions in Syria and the current refugee policy orientation in the region.

This information comes at a critical time when Turkey is facing numerous social and economic challenges due to the large number of Syrian refugees. By emphasizing the importance of updating data and statistics, the Turkish government aims to improve the management of the refugee file, ensure better service delivery, and enhance the restoration of order in its handling of refugees.

This change in the number of Syrian refugees under temporary protection in Turkey presents an opportunity for officials and policymakers to gain a deeper understanding of the current reality, develop policies that support the integration of refugees into Turkish society, or facilitate their safe return to their home country, as well as improving the services provided to them.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has announced its sponsorship of the “Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition (GU - IST Solutions), hosted by Gulf University at its main campus.
This strategic sponsorship reflects BENEFIT’s active role in advancing technological innovation and fostering sustainable solutions to future challenges. It also seeks to empower Bahraini youth by enhancing their skills, capabilities, and competitiveness in innovation and solution development—contributing meaningfully to the broader goals of sustainable development across all sectors.
As part of BENEFIT’s active involvement in the competition, the company has announced that Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication, will serve on the competition’s supervisory committee. Her upcoming participation reflects BENEFIT’s forward-looking commitment to championing academic and professional excellence.
Commenting on the occasion, Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication at BENEFIT, said, “We are privileged to support this pioneering initiative, which aligns seamlessly with BENEFIT’s enduring commitment to fostering innovation and nurturing the potential of Bahrain’s youth. Our participation is rooted in a deep sense of social responsibility and a firm belief in the pivotal role of innovation in shaping a sustainable future. Through such platforms, we seek to empower the next generation with the knowledge, skills, and foresight required to develop impactful solutions that address future challenges, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030.”
Dr. Aseel Al Ayash Dean of the College of Engineering in Gulf University commented, “We extend our sincere gratitude to BENEFIT for their generous sponsorship and support of the Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition. This contribution plays an instrumental role in helping us achieve the strategic goals of this initiative, namely, cultivating a culture of innovation and sustainability, encouraging efforts that address the imperatives of sustainable development, and enhancing the practical and professional capabilities of our students and participants.”
The event will bring together a diverse spectrum of participants, including secondary school students, university undergraduates, engineers, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, academic researchers, and subject matter experts representing a wide range of disciplines.
The competition seeks to inspire participants to develop and present innovative, sustainable technologies aimed at addressing pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It encourages the formulation of business models that integrate advanced technological solutions with core principles of sustainability. Moreover, it serves as a platform for emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to contribute to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals, promote the ethos of responsible technology, and demonstrate its transformative potential across various sectors.
Attendees will have the opportunity to view a series of project presentations submitted by participants, covering diverse areas such as eco-friendly product design, smart and sustainable innovations, renewable energy technologies, water conservation and management, waste minimisation and recycling, green architectural solutions, and sustainable transportation systems. Outstanding projects will be formally recognised and awarded at the conclusion of the event.