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Mohammad Shtayyeh
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محمد اشتية
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Shtayyeh in 2022
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| Prime Minister of Palestine | |
| In office 13 April 2019 – 31 March 2024 |
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| President | Mahmoud Abbas |
| Preceded by | Rami Hamdallah |
| Succeeded by | Mohammad Mustafa |
| Minister of Interior | |
| In office 13 April 2019 – 1 January 2022 |
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| President | Mahmoud Abbas |
| Preceded by | Rami Hamdallah |
| Succeeded by | Ziad Hab al-Rih |
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| Born | 17 January 1958 Tell, Jordanian West Bank |
| Political party | Fatah |
| Education | Birzeit University (BA) University of Sussex (MA, PhD) |
Mohammad Ibrahim Shtayyeh (Arabic: محمد اشتية; born 17 January 1958) is a Palestinian politician and economist. He served as the Prime Minister of the State of Palestine from 2019 to 2024. He and his government announced their resignation on 26 February 2024. They continued to work until a new government was formed on 31 March 2024.
Mohammad Shtayyeh is a member of the Fatah political party. He was elected to its Central Committee in 2009 and 2016. He is closely connected with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.
Shtayyeh also worked as a minister for the Palestinian Economic Council for Development and Reconstruction (PECDAR). This organization manages a large public investment fund. He was also part of the Palestinian team for important peace talks, like the Madrid Conference in 1991.
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Education and Early Career
Learning and Studying
Mohammad Shtayyeh studied business and economics at Birzeit University. He earned his bachelor's degree in 1981. Later, he went to the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom. There, he earned his doctorate in economic development in 1989.
Teaching and Leadership Roles
After finishing his studies, Shtayyeh became a professor. He taught economic development at Birzeit University from 1989 to 1991. He then became the dean of student affairs at the university until 1993.
From 1995 to 1998, Shtayyeh worked as the Secretary-General of the Central Elections Commission of Palestine. Since 2005, he has also been the Palestinian governor for the Islamic Bank. He served as the minister of public works and housing twice, from 2005 to 2006 and again from 2008 to 2010.
Role in Elections
As the Secretary-General of the Central Elections Commission of Palestine, Mohammad Shtayyeh played an important role. He helped create an agreement with Israel. This agreement allowed them to work together to hold Palestinian presidential and legislative elections.
Prime Minister of Palestine
Shtayyeh became Prime Minister in March 2019 and started his job on 13 April. During his time as Prime Minister, he worked towards peace. He tried to bring together different Palestinian groups, including Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, and the central government in the West Bank.
In February 2022, leaders from the 55-member African Union met for a summit. At this meeting, Shtayyeh asked the African Union to remove Israel's special "observer status." This status allows a country to attend meetings without being a full member.
On 26 February 2024, Shtayyeh announced his resignation. This happened during a difficult time in the region, including the conflict in Gaza and events in the West Bank. He said new government plans were needed. He also stressed the importance of unity among Palestinian groups. He remained in his role as a temporary Prime Minister until a new leader was chosen. President Mahmoud Abbas then appointed Mohammad Mustafa as the new Prime Minister.
Other Important Roles
Mohammad Shtayyeh has been part of many important groups and committees. These roles show his dedication to public service and development.
- President, Board of Trustees, Arab American University, Jenin
- Member, Board of Trustees, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem
- Member, Board of Trustees, Al Najah University, Nablus
- Member, Board of Palestinian Academy for Security Sciences of Alistiqlal University
- Member, Board of Trustees of Middle East Nonviolence Association
- Member, Palestinian Development Fund
- Member, National Committee for Voluntary Work
- Founding member, Palestine Housing Council
- President, Board of Palestinian Economists Association
- Advisory Board, Information and Communication Committee, Office of the President
- Head, Syria Relief Campaign 2012
Awards and Honors
Mohammad Shtayyeh has received special awards for his work.
- "Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite": This award was given to him by the President of France, Jacques Chirac, in May 1999. It is a high honor from France.
- The Samaritan Medal: This medal was given to him by the Samaritan Foundation in May 2009.
See also
In Spanish: Mohammad Shtayyeh para niños
