Billions in aid needed to reverse years of restrictions in Gaza, says UN

Nearly half of the enclave’s population is reportedly unemployed and more than half lives in poverty.

Despite Gazans having access to Israel’s job market, the number of permits issued – around 1% of the employed – is too few to counter poverty.

“Donors and the international community need to extend significant economic aid to repair the extensive damage Gaza has experienced under prolonged restrictions and closures and frequent military operations, which has stifled the economy and decimated infrastructure,” the report said. “It’s very difficult to make a proper assessment until things stop,” he said, referring to the current conflict. “But it’s going to be in the billions of dollars.”Last year, Palestinian authorities received only US$250 million in donor budget support and US$300 million for development projects, the report said.

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