Palestinian human rights activist questions sources of funding and expenditures of the 'National Committee'

Palestinian human rights activist Dr. Rami Abdo questions the sources of funding for the National Committee for the Management of the Gaza Strip and its spending, demanding transparency and public disclosure. This follows press reports revealing funding from the UAE and Morocco through an account at JPMorgan Chase, with monthly salaries for members ranging between $16,000 and $17,000 per person.

Palestinian human rights activist Dr. Rami Abdo questioned the recently published financial data regarding the National Committee for the Management of the Gaza Strip, emphasizing the right of the Palestinian public to know the sources of funding and spending. These data raised questions about levels of transparency, spending mechanisms, and oversight of operational budgets. The Financial Times had revealed the existence of an account at JPMorgan Chase used to finance the committee's operational expenses, with funding including approximately $20 million from the UAE and $3 million from Morocco. The Guardian reported, citing an informed source, that the monthly allocations for the twelve committee members averaged between $16,000 and $17,000 per person. Abdo stressed that the committee's presentation of itself as a responsible body towards the residents of Gaza obligates it to subject its financial performance to public oversight and accountability.

Palestinian human rights activist questions sources of funding and expenditures of the 'National Committee'