Minister of Finance Visits PMA
H.E. Minister of Finance, Mr. Shukri Bishara, visited PMA headquarters to bid PMA Governor, Dr. Jihad Al-Wazir farewell. Dr. Al-Wazir’s second term as PMA Governor terminates on 19 of this present November.
H.E. Minister Bishara praised the professional advances and outstanding performance of the PMA, which secured it a distinguished standing amongst its counterparts in the region and earned the commendation of international organizations; most prominently the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund.
The Governor thanked H.E. the Minister of Finance for his generous gesture and for the continuous cooperation between the two institutions in maintaining financial stability in Palestine.
Dr. Al-Wazir was appointed Governor of the PMA by presidential decree in 2008. Pursuant to the PMA Law, the Governor can serve for two terms only. Dr. Al-Wazir’s term in office will terminate this year, after 8 years as Governor of the PMA.
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