Palestinian Labour Market Hit Hard by War and Economic Shutdown: PCBS Reports

RAMALLAH /PNN / 

The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) has published a grim snapshot of the Palestinian labour market on the occasion of International Workers’ Day, revealing a steep rise in unemployment and a widespread contraction in employment due to the ongoing Israeli military offensive in the Gaza Strip.

PCBS President Dr. Ola Awad said the labour market has entered a deep crisis following the escalation of violence that began on October 7, 2023….