Reviving a Palestinian Power: The Diaspora and the Diplomatic Corps

Report by Zaha Hassan, Nadia Hijab, Inès Abdel Razek, and Mona N. Younis examines how revitalizing the relationship between the Palestinian diaspora and the PLO’s diplomatic missions could strengthen Palestinian representation and national strategy. It highlights the erosion of the PLO’s legitimacy due to political fragmentation and the marginalization of diaspora voices. Through interviews with diplomats, civil society actors, and diaspora members, the study identifies gaps in engagement and proposes reforms to enhance the PLO’s inclusivity and effectiveness. The authors argue that empowering the diplomatic corps and fostering meaningful diaspora participation are essential steps toward reinvigorating the Palestinian national movement. This source is valuable for research on the Palestinian diaspora, the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), the Palestinian Authority (PA), and Palestinian factions.