Responsible Party and Year Completed: Palestinian Economic Council for Development and Reconstruction, 2014
Link: https://www.pecdar.ps/en/article/842/–Gaza-Strip-Reconstruction-and-Development-Plan
Status: Completed
Contact: PECDAE – [email protected]
Executive Summary:
The Gaza Strip has significant potential across various economic sectors despite ongoing socio-economic challenges. Key sectors such as tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture possess competitive advantages that could drive economic growth if the blockade is lifted. This strategic plan emphasizes the importance of comprehensive socio-economic development to enhance the quality of life for Gaza’s population. Success hinges on securing necessary funding, effective coordination, and robust private sector participation. Major obstacles include border closures, political instability, and a reduction in financial aid. The plan prioritizes reconstruction, economic revitalization, and balanced development across Palestinian territories.
Short term priorities:
- Rebuild homes, schools, health facilities, sewerage networks, and other vital infrastructures.
- Ensure the timely provision of funding for the relief phase.
Long term priorities:
- Establish industrial zones, a seaport, and an airport.
- Open border crossings, construct new schools, and develop new roads.
- Foster human capital development and ensure territorial contiguity within Palestine.
- Promote balanced development to improve service standards across all sectors and areas in Palestine.
Immediate Priorities / Proposed Next Steps:
- Provide adequate shelter, food, healthcare, electricity, and water.
- Remove debris and renovate partially damaged homes and schools.