PCPO

Dear Sir/Madam,

I hope this message finds you well.

Please find attached a new analytical study authored by Dr. Nabil Kukali, Founder and President of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO), entitled:

“Palestinians and the Upcoming Elections: When Economics Becomes the Gateway to Politics – An Analytical Reading of Palestinian Public Opinion Trends.”

The study is based on a nationally representative public opinion survey conducted by the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO) in June 2026 and examines Palestinian attitudes toward the upcoming legislative, National Council, and presidential elections, as well as the relationship between political participation and current economic and social conditions.

Among the key findings:

• 79.4% of Palestinians support holding Legislative Council and Palestinian National Council elections in 2026.
• 83.6% support holding Palestinian presidential elections in 2027.
• 71.3% intend to participate in the elections if they are held.
• 75.4% would accept the election results even if their preferred party or list does not win.
• 54.7% believe the most important objective of the elections should be improving economic and living conditions.
• 78.7% support the recent electoral reforms, including increasing youth and women’s participation and lowering the electoral threshold.
• 82.4% believe that greater representation of youth and women would improve Palestinian political performance.
• 76.7% believe elections could contribute to improving economic and living conditions.
• 89.4% believe that free and fair elections would strengthen international confidence in Palestine and increase opportunities for investment and economic support.

The findings suggest that Palestinians increasingly view elections not merely as a mechanism for renewing political legitimacy, but as a pathway toward economic reform, improved governance, greater accountability, and renewed public confidence in political institutions.

Given the growing regional and international interest in Palestinian political developments, democratic governance, economic resilience, and public opinion trends, I believe this study may be of considerable interest to your readers, researchers, policymakers, and professional audiences.

Attached to this email, please find both the Arabic and English versions of the study. Alternatively, the full report can be accessed through the following link:

Full Report:

English (PDF)

Arabic (PDF)

I would greatly appreciate any opportunity to publish, share, cite, or discuss the findings of this study through your platform.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Palestinian Public Opinion Trends Regarding the Regional War and Its Political Implications

• 56.6% of respondents believe that all parties share responsibility for the outbreak of the war or the military escalation in the region.
• 78.3% of respondents stated that they do not lean toward any side if the war continues.
• 71.2% oppose Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting some Gulf States.
• 77.0% believe that the war will lead to a deterioration in the economic and political conditions of Palestinians.

Please find attached the following documents:

1- Poll 220 - Regional War Public Opinion (Arabic Version)

2- Poll 220 - Regional War Public Opinion (English Version)

3- Poll 220 - Regional War Public Opinion (English Version with Charts)

We hope these findings contribute meaningfully to ongoing discussions.

Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.

With sincere regards,

We are pleased to share with you the findings of Poll No. 219, released on a meaningful milestone for our institution. On this day thirty-two years ago, the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion (PCPO) was established with a clear purpose: to listen to people carefully and present their views with accuracy, independence, and scientific integrity.

Poll No. 219 was conducted between February 10 and 21, 2026, during a particularly sensitive political and humanitarian period. The timing of the survey lends added relevance to its findings, as it captures public sentiment at a critical juncture.

For more than three decades, PCPO has worked to foster informed dialogue and evidence-based policymaking, guided by professional rigor, transparency, and respect for the public whose opinions we measure.

This poll explores Palestinian attitudes toward developments in Gaza, possible governance arrangements, the role of international actors, and broader political prospects. The results suggest that current public opinion is driven less by ideology and more by realism and practical considerations.

The survey highlights the following key findings:

·         A strong majority of Palestinians are closely following developments in Gaza.

·         Nearly two-thirds express cautious optimism about Gaza’s future despite current hardships.

·         A majority support establishing an independent civil administrative committee to manage Gaza’s internal affairs.

·         While 53% express distrust toward initiatives associated with the previous U.S. administration, 59% believe that balanced international engagement could help contribute to stability.

·         More than half report limited awareness of international peace mechanisms, reflecting fatigue and skepticism toward prolonged diplomatic processes.

Overall, the findings indicate a public characterized by cautious pragmatism. While skepticism remains, there is also conditional openness to practical solutions that improve daily living conditions and enhance stability, rather than relying on political rhetoric.

As we mark 32 years of sustained research and institutional commitment, we reaffirm our dedication to providing credible, data-driven insights that support constructive engagement and informed policy discussions.

Please find attached the following documents:

1.      Poll No. 219 – Arabic Version – Commemorating the 32nd Anniversary of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion

2.      Poll No. 219 – English Version – Commemorating the 32nd Anniversary of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion

3.      Full Report – Poll No. 219 (Arabic Version) – Commemorating the 32nd Anniversary of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion

4.      Full Report – Poll No. 219 (English Version) – Commemorating the 32nd Anniversary of the Palestinian Center for Public Opinion

We hope these findings contribute meaningfully to ongoing discussions.

Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.

With sincere regards,