Majdi al-Saleh (Arabic: مجدي الصالح; born 1 April 1963) is a Palestinian politician and civil engineer who served as the Minister of Local Government from 13 April 2019 to 31 March 2024 in the Shtayyeh Government.

Majdi al-Saleh
مجدي الصالح
Minister of Local Government
In office
13 April 2019  31 March 2024
Prime MinisterMohammad Shtayyeh
Preceded byHussein al-Araj
Succeeded bySami Hijjawi [ar]
Personal details
Born (1963-04-01) 1 April 1963 (age 63)
Nablus, Palestine
PartyIndependent
University of Damascus
ProfessionPolitician, civil engineer

Early life and education

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He was born on 1 April 1963 near Nablus. He earned his bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Damascus in Syria.[1]

Career

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Al-Saleh, an engineer by profession, had a background in the private sector prior to his notable roles in Palestinian organizations. He was the founder of the General Union of Palestinian Contractors[1] and went on to be elected as the Secretary General of the Palestinian General Federation of Engineers. Additionally, he held the position of head of the Engineer's Syndicate.[2]

In April 2019, Majdi al-Saleh assumed the position of Minister of Local Government in the Palestinian Authority (PA) government led by Mohammad Shtayyeh.[3] Notably, he is a member of the Palestinian Central Council (PCC).[1]

Al-Saleh possesses extensive experience in overseeing and executing infrastructure projects.[2] He has played a crucial role in offering support and guidance to various local government institutions, including municipalities, village councils, and other local authorities as Minister of Local Government.[citation needed]

References

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  1. 1 2 3 "Majdi al-Saleh (Minister for Local Government)". ECFR. April 11, 2019.
  2. 1 2 "State of Palestine - Council of Ministers". www.palestinecabinet.gov.ps.
  3. "APLA's President Meets with the Minister of Local Governance". APLA - Association of Palestinian Local Authorities. 20 August 2023.