Palestinians Set Out Plan for Gaza Governance with US Backing
A newly formed US-backed committee tasked with overseeing Gaza's administration has released its mission statement, outlining a vision that prioritizes infrastructure rebuilding alongside societal transformation. The National Committee for Gaza Management (NGAC) aims to restore core services and foster a society rooted in peace.
Established as part of a ceasefire plan backed by the Trump administration, the NGAC will operate under the guidance of Trump's "Board of Peace," comprising pro-Israel figures. The committee's leadership faces significant skepticism from Palestinians regarding its autonomy and the involvement of supporters of Israel on key governing boards.
NGAC General Commissioner Ali Shaath stated that the committee seeks to rebuild Gaza not just in infrastructure but also in spirit, emphasizing the importance of security, essential services, education, healthcare, water, electricity, and democracy. The NGAC will focus on establishing security control over the territory while working to restore basic services destroyed during Israel's conflict.
Critics argue that the technocratic approach may sidestep core political issues, such as the creation of a future Palestinian state, in favor of economic development and outside investment opportunities. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes, and severe restrictions on aid entry into Gaza continue to hinder humanitarian efforts.
The NGAC's mission statement reflects its commitment to cultivating peace through the establishment of security, essential services, democracy, and justice. The organization aims to forge a productive economy capable of replacing unemployment with opportunities for all Palestinians.
A newly formed US-backed committee tasked with overseeing Gaza's administration has released its mission statement, outlining a vision that prioritizes infrastructure rebuilding alongside societal transformation. The National Committee for Gaza Management (NGAC) aims to restore core services and foster a society rooted in peace.
Established as part of a ceasefire plan backed by the Trump administration, the NGAC will operate under the guidance of Trump's "Board of Peace," comprising pro-Israel figures. The committee's leadership faces significant skepticism from Palestinians regarding its autonomy and the involvement of supporters of Israel on key governing boards.
NGAC General Commissioner Ali Shaath stated that the committee seeks to rebuild Gaza not just in infrastructure but also in spirit, emphasizing the importance of security, essential services, education, healthcare, water, electricity, and democracy. The NGAC will focus on establishing security control over the territory while working to restore basic services destroyed during Israel's conflict.
Critics argue that the technocratic approach may sidestep core political issues, such as the creation of a future Palestinian state, in favor of economic development and outside investment opportunities. Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes, and severe restrictions on aid entry into Gaza continue to hinder humanitarian efforts.
The NGAC's mission statement reflects its commitment to cultivating peace through the establishment of security, essential services, democracy, and justice. The organization aims to forge a productive economy capable of replacing unemployment with opportunities for all Palestinians.