As of January 2026, planned Gaza reconstruction is largely driven by a proposed $112 billion, 10-year, U.S.-backed plan, with initial efforts involving the United Arab Emirates (UAE) financing a planned community near Rafah. Major funding sources include Gulf nations, specifically the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, alongside U.S.-anchored grants.
Key details on potential investors and funding sources include:
The UAE: Currently the largest humanitarian donor, the UAE is planning to fund a new, secure community in southern Gaza.
"Project Sunrise" (U.S.-led): A $112 billion proposal (developed by a team including Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff) aims to transform Gaza into a high-tech hub. It relies on ~$60 billion in U.S. grants and loan guarantees, with funding sought from Gulf kingdoms, Turkey, and Egypt.
"Board of Peace": A proposed entity to manage rebuilding, potentially utilizing frozen Russian assets.
Private Sector & Big Tech: The plan encourages private investment in construction, surveillance, and technology firms,, with potential for a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) to attract foreign investment.
Alternative Financing: There are discussions about using frozen Russian assets to fund a $1 billion "Board of Peace" for reconstruction. The plans face challenges regarding security, political realities on the ground, and the necessity for Hamas to disarm, according to reports.
The primary investors for Gaza's reconstruction include the United States, United Arab Emirates and other Arab Gulf states and other Arab Gulf states, operating largely through a new international framework called the Board of Peace.
The U.S.
government has proposed an ambitious $112 billion, 10-year master
plan known as "Project Sunrise," where it would serve as an
"anchor" backer by committing nearly $60 billion in grants
and loan guarantees.
This plan, unveiled in January 2026 by Jared Kushner, aims to transform Gaza into a high-tech coastal metropolis with luxury resorts and AI-powered infrastructure.
Primary Institutional and Sovereign Backers
The United Arab Emirates is a leading financier, specifically funding "Gaza's first planned community" near Rafah. It has already contributed over $1.8 billion in humanitarian assistance since 2023.
Board of Peace (BoP): This newly established international body coordinates reconstruction efforts. Permanent membership on the Board requires a $1 billion financial commitment.
Arab Gulf States: Nations like Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt are identified as key partners. However, these states have signaled that their long-term funding is contingent on Hamas's full disarmament and a clear path toward Palestinian statehood.
International Organizations: The World Bank is expected to play a structured financing role in the multi-phase rebuilding effort.
Private
Sector Investment
The Trump administration is actively recruiting private investors, touting the project as a high-reward "Riviera of the Middle East" with projected long-run investment returns exceeding $55 billion.
Affinity Partners: Jared Kushner's private equity firm, which has raised over $3.5 billion (largely from Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds), is central to the development of these commercial visions.
Commercial Opportunities: The plan envisions monetizing 70% of Gaza's coastline through the construction of approximately 180 mixed-use high-rise towers, including luxury hotels and commercial spaces.
Funding Summary and Key Metrics
Metric Detail
Est
Cost
$112.1B over 10 years
US
Commitment $60B in
grants/loan guarantees
Board
of Peace Entry Fee $1B for permanent
status
Projected
Private Return $55B+ in long-run
returns
Job Creation Target 500,000 new jobs
Note: The UN and other international agencies estimate separate immediate reconstruction needs at approximately $70 billion, focusing on debris removal and basic service restoration rather than the luxury development envisioned in "Project Sunrise".
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