Saudi Arabia Transfers $90 Million to Palestinian Authority for Public Services

Overview

• The $90 million grant was handed over in Amman by Saudi Ambassador Prince Mansour bin Khalid to Palestinian planning minister Istifan Salameh.
• Officials said the funds will support priority sectors including health, education, and basic services while helping the PA meet its obligations.
• PA official Hussein al-Sheikh thanked Saudi Arabia, saying the support helps keep government institutions operating under financial pressure.
• The transfer follows November talks where Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledged backing for the PA, humanitarian access to Gaza, and efforts to free tax revenues withheld by Israel.
• Saudi officials say they are coordinating with regional and international partners to encourage additional contributions and prevent economic destabilization in Ramallah.