On Wednesday (Dec 24), Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas unveiled a sweeping reform plan to modernize governance and set the stage for full statehood. 🚀
The program focuses on strengthening the rule of law, boosting transparency, and separating powers. Key moves include:
- Overhauling political and economic legislation
- Introducing stronger financial oversight and anti-corruption measures
- Empowering independent courts and watchdog bodies
Abbas’s roadmap also proposes updated election laws and a new political parties law, requiring all parties to follow democratic principles, the Palestine Liberation Organization’s program, the two-state solution, and respect for international law. 🇵🇸
Schools aren’t left out – the plan calls for a curriculum revamp to meet global standards while preserving Palestinian identity, promoting tolerance, and rejecting violence. 📚
Hamas, which governs Gaza, dismissed the move as 'unilateral' and urged broader dialogue, warning that external pressures could skew reforms. 🤷♂️
Is this the change Palestinians need, or is it missing national consensus? Share your thoughts below! 👇
Reference(s):
Palestine President announces reform plan; Hamas calls it 'unilateral'
cgtn.com
