Long-term development cooperation

All projects are to be carefully weighed against the two specific objectives - peacebuilding and democratic state-building - within the framework of the thematic cooperation areas.

Direct support

If the Palestinian Authority is to meet tis current costs in the short and medium term, it will need general financial support, as pointed out by the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) and the World Bank. Such support must be made available in forms that are compatible with sound financial governance and control.

Support to non-governmental organisations

Swedish and international NGOs cooperate strategically with their Palestinian partner organisations. Sweden will strive for efficiency and donor coordination in its aid provision to the business sector and the Palestinian civil society.

Humanitarian Aid

Sweden's humanitarian support to the West Bank and Gaza is governed by the strategy for Sida's humanitarian aid, the object of which is to save lives, alleviate suffering and uphold human dignity in connection with disaster situations.

Sweden shall continue to channel a significant share of its humanitarian aid through the UN's Consolidated Appeal Process (CAP). Support to Swedish and international organisations and the International Red Cross is to be maintained. The dissemination of information on international humanitarian law will continue to receive Swedish support. High preparedness for a rapid resonse to new and sudden humanitarian crises in the West Bank and Gaza is also to be maintained.