The conference will bring together donor states, international organisations, and regional partners to coordinate post-war rebuilding efforts in the devastated Palestinian territory.
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced on Sunday that Egypt will host an international conference on Gaza reconstruction in November 2025, following two years of intensive Egyptian and Qatari mediation to end Israel’s genocide, facilitate humanitarian aid, and secure the release of captives.
Speaking at the Armed Forces’ 42nd Cultural Symposium at Cairo’s Al-Manara International Conference Center, which also marked the 52nd anniversary of the October 1973 War victory, Sisi said the efforts had culminated in a ceasefire agreement. He expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for his support in ending the war.
During his address, Sisi urged Egyptians to contribute to the reconstruction efforts and instructed the prime minister to coordinate with civil society and relevant bodies to establish a national mechanism for collecting donations.
He said, “By the grace of God, we will take the initiative without any delays. We will see how to implement it and coordinate with civil society organisations, various agencies, and the state as a whole. I don’t want to mention a specific number, but certainly, we are talking about significant figures that reflect responsibility, appreciation, and love for our people in the Gaza Strip.”
The conference will bring together donor states, international organisations, and regional partners to coordinate post-war reconstruction in Gaza.
Organised in collaboration with the Arab League, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Palestinian Authority (PA), the meeting aims to secure donor commitments, assess the full extent of the damage across the territory, and establish mechanisms for the early recovery phase.
This initial phase will focus on restoring essential utilities, clearing rubble, and providing temporary housing, paving the way for long-term reconstruction.
The conference will also examine governance and coordination arrangements between donors, regional actors, and Palestinian institutions to ensure reconstruction efforts uphold Palestinian rights and prevent further displacement.
Representatives from international financial institutions, United Nations (UN) agencies, and the private sector, including the International Chamber of Commerce, are expected to participate.
The United Nations recently reported that around $70 billion will be needed to rebuild Gaza and make it safe after two years of war. According to the UN Satellite Center, about 83% of buildings in Gaza City were damaged, while schools, hospitals, and essential infrastructure have also been devastated.
With a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in place, the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip faces enormous hurdles and may take decades rather than years to complete.
