Geneva (UNA/WAFA) – The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) announced that the cost of rebuilding the Gaza Strip is estimated at about $70 billion..
The Special Representative of the Programme in Palestine, Jacco Sellers, pointed out in a press conference today, Tuesday, that there is horrific destruction in Gaza..
He said that the steadfastness of the Palestinians in Gaza is unbelievable, and that their determination to rebuild the Strip is very high..
He stressed the need to respect the ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of long-term stability and recovery in Gaza..
Sellers explained that the United Nations Development Programme has already removed about 81 tons of rubble, which is equivalent to about 3100 trucks loaded with rubble..
He added: "The interim rapid damage and needs assessment conducted jointly by the United Nations, the European Union, and the World Bank indicates that approximately $70 billion is needed to rebuild Gaza."".
He added: “This means that about $20 billion is needed over the next three years.”".
He pointed out that the volume of rubble to be removed in Gaza amounts to approximately 55 million tons..
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