A vision for transitional governance arrangements in post-war Gaza grounded in technical competence, Palestinian legitimacy, and the reunification of the West Bank and Gaza under a single institutional framework that addresses humanitarian, security, and economic needs.
A framework for technocratic transitional administration in post-war Gaza: reunified institutions, pluralist legitimacy, and a credible path to elections.
Discussing 'the day after' in Gaza demands political realism and adapted transitional models for the Palestinian reality.
Successful transitional governance requires sufficient legitimacy, technical competence, and international backing — before any rushed elections.
Recommendations
Appoint an interim technocratic committee of 15-20 independent Palestinian figures by national and regional consensus within three months of cessation of hostilities.
Prepare a transitional governance charter (18-24 months) specifying authorities and steps toward elections.
Establish a direct community liaison unit to ensure rapid response and avoid a trust gap with the population.
Launch comprehensive national dialogue with international mediation — including Hamas, Fatah, and all factions — to craft a binding reconciliation agreement.
Coordinate with the UN, Egypt, Jordan, and key Arab states to secure regional support for transitional security arrangements.
Establish specialised courts for corruption and violations with guarantees of judicial independence.
Expected outcomes
Avoiding a governance vacuum that invariably leads to de facto authority without legitimacy
Creating a credible political pathway toward legitimate elections addressing root causes
Providing the stability necessary to begin actual reconstruction
Strengthening Palestine's international negotiating position with a credible governance vision