EU Reaffirms Support for Arab-Backed Egyptian Plan to Rebuild Gaza
The EU supports Egypt’s Arab Recovery and Reconstruction plan for Gaza, reinforcing its commitment to a future Palestinian state. The plan, which includes $53 billion in reconstruction efforts, seeks to ensure a secure political framework, free from Hamas influence, while supporting the Palestinian Authority’s governance in Gaza.
On March 12, 2025, Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, expressed her support for the Arab Recovery and Reconstruction plan presented by Egypt at the recent summit in Cairo. She characterized the plan as a serious initiative for future discussions regarding Gaza, assuring that the EU would engage in talks with Arab partners about its implementation.
Kallas underscored the EU’s commitment to establishing a future Palestinian state that includes Gaza. She pledged collaborative efforts with the international community to facilitate the reconstruction of Gaza. The EU also reiterated its alignment with the Arab plan, highlighting the need for recovery initiatives to be underpinned by a robust political and security framework that enjoys the acceptance of both Israelis and Palestinians.
The EU’s statement highlighted its objective to prevent Hamas from playing a role in Gaza’s future, aiming to eliminate any threats to Israel. Additionally, the EU committed to maintaining both political and financial support for the Palestinian Authority (PA) while initiating reforms to restore PA authority in Gaza.
During the summit on March 4, Arab leaders approved a comprehensive $53 billion plan proposed by Egypt for Gaza’s reconstruction over five years. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas emphasized that the PA would regain control over the Gaza Strip as outlined in this plan. The endorsement by Arab leaders of this initiative serves as a counter-proposal to a previous plan put forth by former US President Donald Trump.
In summary, the EU has reaffirmed its strong support for the Arab-backed Egyptian plan aimed at the reconstruction of Gaza. The commitment to a future Palestinian state inclusive of Gaza is pivotal, alongside the determination to prevent Hamas from participating in governance. The approval of the substantial $53 billion reconstruction plan marks a significant step towards stability in the region, with Arab leaders endorsing an alternative to previous proposals that aimed for control rather than recovery.
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