The European Union pledges 88 million euros to the Palestinian Authority
pledge The European Union is providing about 88 million euros to help the Palestinian Authority, which is under pressure from the Europeans to carry out reforms, amid concern about its future role in US President Donald Trump’s plan for the Gaza Strip.
European Union Commissioner for Mediterranean Affairs Dubravka Swica told reporters after a donor conference in Brussels: "We signed more than 82 million euros"in addition to the 6 million euros previously announced.
Palestinian national reform
He said Palestinian Prime MinisterMohammed Mustafa "Today we presented the progress we have made within the framework of our national reform program, which is being implemented. It is not just promises, but is being implemented and ahead of schedule, which was acknowledged by our partners.".
He added that this comes "Despite the unfavorable environment"accusing Israel of seeking "Weakening the Palestinian Authority and its ability to work".
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