The National Committee for the Management of Gaza (NCAG) officially commenced its mandate on Saturday as a transitional technocratic body responsible for the territory’s civil affairs and internal security following an inaugural meeting in the Egyptian capital. Shaath stated that the committee is a Palestinian entity created by Palestinians for Palestinians, with the formal support of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO), the Palestinian Authority, and various Palestinian factions. Education is overseen by Dr Jabr Al-Daour, while Dr Bashir Al-Rayyes and Dr Aed Yaghi manage the finance and health portfolios respectively. The committee expressed appreciation for the leadership of President Trump and acknowledged the essential roles of regional partners, including Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, whose mediation and support were described as pillars of regional stability. The body stated its intention to ensure long-term governance, sustainable growth, and self-rule across the entire Gaza Strip.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 19, 2026 05:16 UTC