The United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Tor Wennesland noted his “deep concern” on Wednesday regarding the critical financial situation of the Palestinian Authority.
In his report at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Situation in the Middle East, he said: "I remain concerned by the critical state of Palestinian Authority finances that is impacting the Government’s ability to deliver services and pay public sector salaries. I note the Israeli Security Cabinet’s decision to strengthen the Palestinian Authority and encourage Israel, and relevant stakeholders, to take tangible steps in this regard, while also encouraging the PA to undertake reforms."
He also urged Member States to enable UNRWA to deliver on its General Assembly mandate, to ensure delivery of essential services crucial to stability throughout the region.
Wennesland encouraged additional support to WFP, to continue delivering vital assistance to the most vulnerable Palestinian families. He further welcomed the additional pledges made to UNRWA during the Ministerial meeting on 21 September.
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