A joint assessment by the United Nations and European Union has revealed that Gaza requires over $71 billion in the next decade to recover from extensive damage across critical sectors.
According to the report, the Palestinian enclave faces monumental challenges in housing, health, education, commerce, and agriculture—all described as "devastated" by the findings. The comprehensive recovery plan outlines what experts call one of the most ambitious reconstruction efforts in modern history.
"The scale of destruction requires not just rebuilding, but reimagining Gaza's infrastructure and economy," the report states, emphasizing that the financial estimate represents a minimum threshold for sustainable recovery.
The assessment highlights that immediate humanitarian needs must be addressed alongside long-term development, with housing reconstruction alone accounting for a significant portion of the projected costs. Health services and educational facilities require complete overhauls, while agricultural lands and commercial districts need extensive rehabilitation.
International observers note that the $71 billion figure likely underestimates the full scope of needs, as it doesn't account for potential economic growth or unexpected challenges during the decade-long recovery period. The report calls for coordinated international support and innovative financing mechanisms to meet what it describes as "a generational rebuilding challenge."