Hikmat Zaid

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Zaid modernized the agricultural sector which accounted for 25% of Palestine's economy at the time—by establishing regional headquarters, expanding agricultural land and supporting farmers—setting a strong foundation for future progress.

However, as Al-Aqsa intifada broke out after then Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon made a provocative visit to the Al-Aqsa compound the Agricultural sector took a direct hit due to heightened violence. Zaid stated that Israeli military operations have caused over $500 to $700 million [16] in damages to Palestinian agriculture, including the destruction of over half a million trees, fertile land, wells, and irrigation systems since 2000. [17]

During his reign as the minister of agriculture, Abu Zaid imposed an embargo on a wide list of agricultural products from Israel in response to a 10-month blockade on Palestinian movement into Israel. [18] According to him "This measure aims to denounce the destruction of Palestinian agriculture by Israel through the blockade of Palestinian territories. [19] Bananas, mangoes, melons, pears, apples, poultry, eggs, cattle, and dairy goods, with the exception of milk, were among the items boycotted. [20]

Zaid met his Israeli Agriculture Minister counterpart Shalom Simhon on 21 August to discuss the Palestinian Authority's ban on Israeli agricultural products. The ban was imposed due to Israeli military actions causing severe damage to Palestinian agriculture. Zaid indicated the ban could be lifted if the Israeli army allows free movement for Palestinian farmers and workers. [21]

Zaid appealed to Arab agriculture ministers for help, noting the ministry's efforts since 1994 to rehabilitate the sector, which were undone by the conflict. He emphasized that these actions have increased unemployment and pushed over 50% of Palestinians below the poverty line. [7]

Advisory role

Zaid ran unsuccessfully this time as under Fatah's banner as part of their Revolutionary Council for Jenin in the 2006Palestine Legislative Council (PLC) elections on the Fatah list in which he received 23,800 votes; lost by a 3250 margin. [10] However he continued his ministerial position as a senior advisor to President Mahmoud Abbas for governorate affairs [ citation needed ]

Zaid was actively involved in political discussions with rival party Hamas after a year of gruesome fighting and tension in order to restore national Palestinian unity. [22] Zaid headed an envoy whom were the first official Fatah delegation in over a year since the Fatah–Hamas conflict to visit the strip. [22] [23] [24]

Zaid welcomed dialogue for efforts aimed at restoring Palestinian unity [25] with senior Hamas delegation including Ahmed Yousef and Ghazi Hamad and Gaza Governor Muhammad al-Qudwa but not with then de-facto Prime Minister—and leader—of Gaza Strip Ismail Haniyeh as Fatah does not recognize it legitimate.

Some websites went on to cite credible sources who claimed that the security services intended to arrest Abu Zaid awaiting an investigation. But this was quickly dismissed when Ihab Al-Ghussein, the spokesman for the Ministry of Interior in Gaza, denied such allegations in a press conference to the Palestinian Media Center. [26]

Taher al-Nunu, the spokesman for the dismissed Hamas government at the time, announced on Sunday the statements made by Hikmat Zaid, the advisor to the Palestinian president, about his unwillingness to meet with Ismail Haniyeh are contrary to the truth and that no official meeting was scheduled between both parties. [27]

Zaid affirmed that Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas will visit Gaza soon. [28]

Zaid regularly visited and met with municipal councils asserting Abu Mazen's continued presidency until new elections are held. [29] He also urged Hamas to engage in dialogue and commit to the Egyptian directive for legislative and presidential elections. [30] [31] [32]

Zaid played a huge role in advocating for the Sixth Fatah General Assembly Conference—the first since 20 years— which can serve a platform for Fatah to reinforce its position, unify its ranks, and prepare for the approaching elections as well as the importance of dialogue with Hamas that reflect ongoing political dynamics and the broader push for unity and democratic processes within the Palestinian territories. [33] [34] [35]

In November 2013, President Abu Mazen retired Zaid and several presidential advisors, including Nabil Amr and Sabri Sedam  [ ar ]. Zaid however did remain as a member of the Fatah Advisory Council. Zaid expressed frustration in an interview with Dunya Al Watan  [ ar ] that the council was not consulted in decision-making despite its efforts.

Zaid highlighted challenges within Fatah, including internal conflicts, the participation of Gaza members, and the lack of time to resolve issues before the November 29 seventh conference. Zaid criticized inefficiencies in addressing organizational problems in both Gaza and the West Bank but noted that preparations for the conference continued to ensure broad representation of Fatah members. [11]

Outside of politics

Community engagement

Jenin hosted several community events with Abu Zaid’s involvement. These included a friendly football match between Al-Wehdat SC and Jenin FC honoring retiring player Montaser Al-Samoudi, [36] and the 2008 Palestinian Bodybuilding Federation Championship, which drew over 60 participants. [37] Both events emphasized sports and community engagement in Jenin. Zaid also attended the opening ceremony of the Future Center for People with Special Needs, which will help children with disabilities. [38] He also commended the Emirates Red Crescent initiative, which gave food to 4,000 Palestinian families, helping to continuing humanitarian operations in the region. [39]

PLO property dispute

Abu Zaid was mentioned in relation to facilitating the transfer of a PLO property in Musrara, Jerusalem. Reports indicate that Zaid instructed lawyer Fahmi Shabaneh not to intervene in the property’s transfer, with the expectation that the property would be reclaimed when Jerusalem's status is resolved. Following these events, Shabaneh was suspended, and the property was transferred to the Universal Church. This incident has raised concerns about the management and protection of PLO assets amid ongoing political and legal complexities. [40]

Personal life

Hikmat married Itidal in 1971 and had four children with her. They had three sons, named Zaid, Hisham and Samer, and one daughter, named Hadil. Hikmat and his family finally returned to Palestine following the Oslo Peace Accords between Israel and the PLO and in 1994 where he later on became the first Governor of Jenin. They have total of 14 grandchildren. Zaid suffered losses of two brothers in the late 1980s, and a third brother in 2024. Hikmat currently resides in Amman. [13]

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Minister Eng.
Hikmat Zaid
حكمت زيد
2nd Agriculture Minister [1]
In office
9 August 1998 –13 June 2002
Acting: 2004–2005
Prime Minister Ahmed Qurei
(after November 2004)
Preceded byAbdulrahman Hamad
Succeeded bySaadeddin Kharma
Political offices
Preceded by
Abdul Jawad Saleh
 2nd Agriculture Minister of the Palestinian National Authority
1998–2002		Succeeded by
Rafiq Al-Natsheh
Preceded by
Abdulrahman Hamad
 5th Transport Minister of the Palestinian National Authority
2003–2005		Succeeded by
Saadeddin Kharma
Preceded by
Position Established
 1st Governor of Jenin
1994–1996		Succeeded by
Zuhair Al-Manasra
Preceded by
Position Established
 Member of the Palestine Legislative Council
1996–2006		Succeeded by
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