East Mediterranean
Palestine
Palestine remains a festering sore on dreams of pan-Arab nationalism, with no seeming resolution in sight.
State of Play
Marred by 70 years of conflict, Palestine faces immense political and economic challenges. The territories suffer massive water and electricity shortages, and while the Gaza Marine gas field could provide relief, Shell’s 2018 exit suggest the field won’t be developed any time soon.
2019 In Numbers
| Unemployment (West Bank) | 19 | % |
| Unemployment (Gaza) | 54 | % |
| Aid Share of Rev. | 19 | % |
| Wage Share of Spend | 44 | % |
14 May, 2021
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Israel/Gaza Attacks: Oil & Gas Facilities Under Threat
The Tamar Platform, 10km offshore Israel, and oil storage facilities on the coast have been both targeted. Will violence cause Mubadala to think twice?
Israel Key Oil & Gas Infrastructure
NEWS IN BRIEF
Al Jazeera Journalist Killed In West Bank
13 May, 2022
Gaza: No More Fuel, No More Power
21 May, 2021
East Med Gas Forum Launched
26 Jul, 2019
Kushner’s Peace Plan: No Surprises
28 Jun, 2019
Israel-Hamas Deal Enters Effect
17 Aug, 2018
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