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Saliam FayiadMinister of Finance
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Content:
- Salim Fayyad: A Diplomat and Visionary Palestinian Leader
- International Career
- Governor of the Arab Bank
- Prime Minister
- Legacy
- Personal Life
Salim Fayyad: A Diplomat and Visionary Palestinian Leader
Early Life and EducationSalim Fayyad was born in 1942 in the Palestinian village of Deir al-Ghusun, near Tulkarem. He completed his undergraduate studies at the American University of Beirut, graduating as a civil engineer. He then pursued graduate studies in economics at the University of Texas.
International Career
Representative to the World Bank and IMFFrom 1987 to 1995, Fayyad served as the Palestinian representative at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, D.C. From 1996 to 2001, he represented the International Monetary Fund in Palestine, with an office in East Jerusalem.
Governor of the Arab Bank
In 2001, he became the governor of the Arab Bank in the West Bank.Political Career
Minister of Finance
In 2002, Fayyad joined Yasser Arafat's government as Minister of Finance. He remained in this position until 2005.
Prime Minister
In 2007, President Mahmoud Abbas appointed Fayyad as Prime Minister of the Palestinian National Authority (PNA). He served in this role until 2013.
Legacy
During his tenure as Prime Minister, Fayyad implemented a number of economic and institutional reforms. He emphasized the importance of good governance, transparency, and accountability. He also played a key role in promoting the development of the Palestinian private sector.
Fayyad is widely regarded as a respected and influential figure in Palestinian politics and international diplomacy. He is known for his integrity, his commitment to economic growth, and his vision for a peaceful and prosperous Palestine.
