Economic crisis worsens in Occupied Palestinian Territory amid ongoing Gaza conflict
A UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report reveals a severe economic crisis, driven by collapsing GDP per capita, widespread poverty and soaring unemployment.
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This annual report provides an update on developments in the economy of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and its long-term prospects, as well as looking at Israel's policies and associated obstacles to trade and development there.
The report is discussed at the annual session of the Trade and Development Board in Geneva.
