2026-01-01

New PMA Website Structure and Navigation Framework (Testing 2026)

The Palestine Monetary Authority (PMA) proposes a redesigned six-tab website structure and three-level site map to centralize regulatory information, streamline stakeholder access, and align with institutional mandates. This framework consolidates departmental content under functional groupings while establishing clear technical and business ownership for ongoing governance. The document requests formal endorsement of the navigation tabs and site map hierarchy, authorizes immediate data migration, and mandates strict adherence to a phased January-to-February implementation timeline.

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New PMA Website Structure Review and Validation

PURPOSE Purpose of This Review Present Structure Full proposed website navigation, pages, and ownership model Ensure Alignment Verify consistency with PMA mandates, governance, and strategic priorities Secure Approval Obtain authorization before initiating content, data, and document upload

Design Principles Guiding the Structure Mandate-driven Reflects PMA's legal and institutional responsibilities User-centric Clear pathways for regulated entities, researchers, media, and the public Scalable Supports future expansion and AI-driven capabilities Governable Clear ownership between business and technical Consistent Uniform structure across sections and departments

Proposed Main Navigation Six Core Tabs (Level 1) 01 About PMA 02 Policies and Regulations 03 Payments and Financial Stability 04 Financial Inclusion and Innovation 05 Data and Statistics 06 Media Center These tabs represent strategic entry points, not exhaustive content lists.

Why Only Six Main Tabs Key Rule No department-specific tabs at Level 1; departments are reflected through content, not menu ownership. Rationale • Prevents overcrowding and confusion in the navigation bar • Groups related functions logically under Level 2 and 3 • Keeps the website intuitive for non-technical users • Aligns with international central bank website practices

Overall Site Map Structure Three-Level Hierarchy Level 1 Strategic pillars (main tabs) Level 2 Functional groupings Level 3 Detailed content and services This allows deep content without compromising usability.

SECTION 1 About PMA Level 2 Sections • Who We Are • Organizational Structure • Sharia Supervisory Board • Digital Transformation • Legal Framework

About PMA Level 3 Content Vision, Mission, Strategy, Key Milestones Governor and Deputy Governor Board of Directors Organizational Chart Sharia Supervisory Board (overview + members) Digital Transformation Strategy Laws and Regulations governing PMA Purpose: Institutional transparency, clear governance presentation, single authoritative source

SECTION 2 Policies and Regulations Level 2 Sections • Banking and Financial Supervision • Licensing • Instructions and Circulars • AML/CFT Purpose: Centralized regulatory reference and compliance clarity for regulated entities

Policies and Regulations Level 3 Content Laws and regulations PMA instructions National Committee instructions Licensing requirements UN Security Council sanctions lists National sanctions lists Financial Follow-up Unit decisions Implementation of international sanctions Guidance notes

SECTION 3 Payments and Financial Stability This tab consolidates systemic risk, oversight, and infrastructure content. Financial Stability Payment Systems Clearing and Settlement

Financial Stability Level 3 Content • Credit Information System • Unified Credit Registry • Cheques System • Bank Accounts System Purpose: Transparency on systemic monitoring tools and support financial sector confidence

Payment Systems Level 3 Content IBAN International Bank Account Number Official Holidays For payment systems Legal Framework For payment systems Oversight Of payment systems Clearing Numbers For bank branches

Clearing and Settlement Systems Level 3 Content • RTGS – BORAQ • National Switch (PNS194) • Electronic Cheque Clearing (ECC) • National E-Billing & Presentment (E-SADAD) • Instant Payment System (IBURAQ) Purpose: One consolidated view of the national payment infrastructure

SECTION 4 Financial Inclusion and Innovation Financial Inclusion Financial Technology (FinTech)

Financial Inclusion Level 3 Content 1 General Overview 2 National Financial Inclusion Strategy 3 Financial Literacy and Awareness 4 Financial Inclusion Database Purpose: Showcase PMA's national leadership role and support policy transparency

Financial Technology (FinTech) Level 3 Content • FinTech ecosystem overview • Digital financial transformation roadmap • Regulatory Sandbox • "Apply to Sandbox" feature • FinTech Palestine initiative Purpose: Enable innovation and support private sector engagement

SECTION 5 Data and Statistics Statistics Monthly, quarterly, and annual data Periodic Reports Annual, quarterly, and financial stability reports

Statistics Level 3 Content Monthly data Quarterly data Annual data Statistical bulletins Data publication standards Purpose: Single authoritative data source, future-ready for dashboards and APIs

Periodic Reports and Publications Annual Reports Quarterly Reports Financial Stability Reports Working Papers and Studies Other Publications

SECTION 6 Media Center Latest News News archive and updates Press Corner Press releases, photo gallery, video gallery Purpose: Centralized communication channel with separation from technical content

Homepage Structure Homepage Components • Language selector • Global search • Main navigation bar • Banner (strategic message) • Financial sector indicators • News highlights • Programs and initiatives • Public services shortcuts Design Approach Minimal, clean, no clutter. Focus on navigation, not content overload.

Departmental Content Mapping Each department contributes content under relevant sections: Banking Supervision Payment Systems Financial Stability Financial Inclusion Legal Office Research and Statistics PR and Communications Digital Transformation

Departmental Roles Departments Content accuracy PR Content coordination and publishing DT Templates, CMS, technical governance

CRITICAL Why Approval Required? Freeze Structure Lock the navigation structure Prevent Rework Avoid duplication and wasted effort Enable Upload Begin systematic content upload Timeline Discipline Maintain project schedule

Decisions Requested 1 Approve Navigation Tabs Endorse the six main navigation tabs 2 Endorse Site Map Confirm the site map hierarchy 3 Confirm Readiness Authorize data upload and document migration

TIMELINE Next Steps After Approval Sitemap Finalize sitemap — Jan 28 Templates Finalize content templates — Feb 1 Staged Upload Begin upload — Feb 1–15 Review Internal testing — Feb 15 A clear, disciplined timeline ensures successful implementation and launch.

Project Timeline Overview Critical Path The 14-day upload phase is the most intensive period, requiring coordinated effort across all departments. Testing begins immediately after to ensure quality before launch.

Success Factors Clear Approval Department Coordination Quality Focus Timeline Adherence

Ready to Proceed Your Approval Enables A structured, efficient launch of the new PMA website that serves all stakeholders effectively. Mandate-driven structure approved Clear ownership established Timeline ready to execute Awaiting your authorization to proceed.