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<p>The UK remains gravely concerned about the economic and humanitarian situation
in Gaza. 54 per cent of the total population is estimated to be unemployed, including
over 70 per cent of young people. Until the blockade of Gaza is eased and its economy
allowed to grow unemployment will continue to rise.</p><p> </p><p>HMG officials regularly
propose measures to improve the situation in Gaza with Government of Israel officials.
These include the adoption of a more transparent process for allowing goods into Gaza
and permitting greater exports from the strip. The UK is supporting direct measures
to support job creation in Gaza. We will more than double the amount of UK aid spent
on economic development in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) to around £38
million over the next five years (2018-2023). This will include support to addressing
the water and electricity crisis in Gaza and seek to address movement and access restrictions.
The Chevening Scholarship Programme, funded by the UK government, brings talented
young people from Gaza to study in the UK, helping to provide educative opportunities
and develop employment skills.</p>
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