The economy of Palestine has been greatly affected by the ongoing conflict with Israel

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The economy of Palestine has been greatly affected by the ongoing conflict with Israel

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According to the World Labour Organisation, the unemployment rate in Gaza is among the highest in the world. “Almost every second economically active Gazan is out of work … two-thirds are unemployed and few can find a job,” the organisation said in a report released this year.

While the current crisis has worsened conditions in the Gaza Strip, a decades-long blockade had already devastated the besieged enclave's economy, leaving 80% of the population dependent on international aid, the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said on Wednesday.

The war on Gaza could set back development in the Palestinian territories by more than a decade

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Palestinians are experiencing high unemployment rates and economic hardships caused by trade and movement restrictions due to the ongoing conflict between Palestine and Israel

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The war on Gaza could set back development in the Palestinian territories by more than a decade

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Palestinians are experiencing high unemployment rates and economic hardships caused by trade and movement restrictions due to the ongoing conflict between Palestine and Israel

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Restrictions on movement of Palestinians by Israel, including checkpoints and roadblocks, significantly impede the daily life of Palestinians, affecting their access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities.

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