The Swedish Migration Agency (Migrationsverket) has put forth a plan to send migration experts to Syria as part of an initiative to encourage the repatriation of Syrian refugees. The experts will conduct workshops aimed at training both government officials and private actors in Syria to lay the groundwork for the return process. Didzis Melbiksis from the Migration Agency emphasized that the planning is still in its early stages, indicating the complexities involved in such a mission.

In November, Swedish ministers Johan Forssell and Benjamin Dousa visited Syria to explore potential cooperation regarding the return of Syrian refugees. This initial engagement marked the beginning of a more structured approach by the Swedish government to facilitate returnees by establishing connections with relevant stakeholders in Syria. The Migration Agency has submitted a formal request to the government for funding to support these efforts, which will include both analyses conducted in Sweden and planned visits to Damascus.

The proposed second phase of this initiative involves conducting educational programs in Damascus, focusing on essential principles and processes underlying the return of refugees. These workshops are expected to be facilitated by experts from the Migration Agency, reflecting Sweden's ongoing commitment to addressing refugee repatriation amidst a complex geopolitical landscape. This approach indicates a shift toward proactive measures in refugee management and highlights the ongoing discussions in Sweden regarding migration policies and their impacts both domestically and internationally.