Ramallah, October 26, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Local Government Raed Miqbal chaired an expanded meeting attended by representatives of the Palestine Monetary Authority, the Palestinian Payment Services Company, and Ministry staff to discuss mechanisms for expanding the adoption of electronic payment methods across local government units. This initiative aims to enhance revenue collection efficiency, improve the quality of services provided to citizens, and support the development of a more efficient, transparent, and sustainable digital financial environment.

The meeting focused on opportunities to strengthen institutional and technical cooperation and reviewed implementation mechanisms and practical proposals for expanding the use of electronic payment solutions in municipalities and village councils.

Participants emphasized the importance of establishing an integrated digital payment system that responds to the needs of local government units while taking into account differences in their technical and operational capacities. They also stressed the need to strengthen integration among relevant stakeholders and provide the necessary requirements for adopting digital solutions and gradually expanding their use.

Participants further highlighted that expanding electronic payment services is a key driver of digital transformation in the local government sector, given its role in promoting good governance and transparency, improving local revenue management efficiency, and enhancing the service recipients' experience.

This meeting comes within the framework of the Ministry's strategic directions to accelerate digital transformation and modernize the financial management system in the local government sector, in cooperation with relevant partner institutions.