The European Union has launched a major international effort to support Gaza’s recovery, announcing an initial funding package of €883.6 million during a high-level donor conference. The new EU Gaza Recovery Initiative aims to restore essential services, rebuild critical infrastructure and strengthen local governance as international partners work toward the territory’s early recovery.
The meeting of the Palestine Donor Group brought together representatives from 65 delegations. Government officials, international financial institutions and humanitarian organizations joined the discussions to coordinate support for Gaza following months of conflict and humanitarian challenges.
Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump and a member of the U.S.-appointed Gaza Executive Board, joined the conference through a video link. According to an EU official, Kushner participated in discussions on Washington’s postwar plans for Gaza, including proposals related to reconstruction, investment and future governance.
European officials described Kushner’s participation as an important step toward improving coordination between international partners. The European Commission is seeking closer cooperation among the U.S.-supported Board of Peace, the Palestinian Authority, European governments and established international aid organizations.
EU Mediterranean Commissioner Dubravka Šuica said immediate action is needed to help the people of Gaza. She said the Team Gaza Initiative is designed to support early recovery by restoring essential public services and improving living conditions across the territory.
According to the European Commission, the funding package will focus on several priority sectors. These include water and sanitation systems, waste management, healthcare services, electricity infrastructure, agriculture and food security. Officials said these investments are intended to improve daily life while creating conditions for longer-term recovery.
The programme will also support the rehabilitation of damaged infrastructure and strengthen local governance systems. European leaders said rebuilding public institutions will be important for maintaining essential services and supporting future development.
Several countries and international organizations announced financial contributions during the conference. The European Commission and the European Investment Bank proposed providing €257 million toward the overall package. Additional support came from Spain, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Germany, Norway, Finland, Italy, the Netherlands, France, Japan, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium and the World Bank.
Šuica also said the European Union expects additional partners to join the initiative in the coming months. Countries including Australia, Canada and Ireland are expected to consider future contributions as international coordination continues.
The conference also highlighted the financial challenges facing the Palestinian Authority. European officials noted that stable public institutions are essential for delivering healthcare, education and other public services throughout Palestinian territories.
Šuica called for the release of withheld Palestinian clearance revenues, saying the funds are needed to pay public sector salaries and maintain government services. European officials believe financial stability will play an important role in supporting Gaza’s recovery alongside humanitarian assistance and infrastructure projects.
The EU Gaza Recovery Initiative represents one of the largest coordinated international recovery efforts announced for Gaza in recent months. By bringing together governments, financial institutions and international organizations, the initiative seeks to accelerate rebuilding efforts while improving coordination between major international partners.
Officials said continued cooperation and sustained financial support will be essential to restoring basic services, strengthening local institutions and helping Gaza move toward long-term recovery.
