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شبكة فلسطين الإخبارية
Palestinian Labor Minister Reports Over 200,000 Workers Unemployed
The Palestinian Minister of Labor, during her participation in the Arab Labour Conference, confirmed that the Palestinian people are facing unprecedented economic and social repercussions due to ongoing Israeli aggression and restrictions on movement and work. The Gaza Strip has suffered extensive destruction and a blockade since October 2023, resulting in approximately 74,000 deaths and over 174,000 injuries. In the West Bank, arrests, home demolitions, and the expansion of settlements continue, leading to an economic contraction of 8% this year. Unemployment rates have exceeded 49%, with more than 200,000 Palestinian workers deprived of work both inside and outside the country. Additional challenges stem from the withholding of the clearance funds, amounting to about $6 billion. The Minister called on Arab countries to support employment programs and economic resilience initiatives, and to launch efforts to assist the Palestinian economy and enhance job opportunities. She emphasized that ending the occupation is the fundamental prerequisite for achieving sustainable development and stability in Palestine and the region.
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